UK name, mostly girls
Lyric
A feminine name derived from the English word "lyric", meaning a songlike poetic verse.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 35 boys.
Lyric is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Lyric popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3695, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 7 births.
This profile covers 85 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 85 living people in the UK are called Lyric. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lyric ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 7 girls were registered as Lyric.
- • Lyric is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 85 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lyric as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 70.8% of Lyric registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3695
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2000
7 births
Estimated living
85
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Lyric
In England and Wales birth records, Lyric has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 29.2% of registrations are for boys and 70.8% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Lyric registered for boys
- Ranked #5,119 in 2024
- 3 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2014 (6 births)
Lyric registered for girls
- Ranked #3,695 in 2024
- 6 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2000 (7 births)
Meaning
What does Lyric mean?
The given name Lyric has its origins in the Greek language and can be traced back to ancient times. The word "lyric" itself is derived from the Greek word "lyrikos," which means "sung to the lyre." The lyre was a stringed musical instrument that was widely used in ancient Greece and played a significant role in the development of lyric poetry.
One of the earliest known references to the name Lyric can be found in the works of ancient Greek poets, such as Sappho and Pindar, who composed lyric poems that were often accompanied by the lyre. These poets were celebrated for their ability to express deep emotions and personal experiences through their verses, and their works have had a lasting impact on the literary tradition.
Throughout history, the name Lyric has been associated with various individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts and literature. One of the most notable figures bearing this name was Lyric Hughes Hale (1842-1915), an American author and poet known for her works that celebrated the beauty of nature and the American West.
Another noteworthy individual with the name Lyric was Lyric Wallenda (1923-1963), a renowned American acrobat and aerialist who was part of the famous Wallenda family of circus performers. Her daring feats and performances captivated audiences around the world and cemented her place in the history of circus arts.
In the realm of music, Lyric Raphael Nugent (1957-2012) was a British singer-songwriter and guitarist who was a member of the influential rock band Strangeways. His poetic and introspective lyrics earned him praise from critics and fans alike.
The name Lyric has also been associated with literary figures, such as Lyric Delo (born 1982), an American poet, and educator whose works explore themes of identity, memory, and belonging. Her poetry collections have received critical acclaim and have been widely studied in academic circles.
While the name Lyric may have its roots in ancient Greece, it has transcended cultural boundaries and has been embraced by individuals from various backgrounds, reflecting the universal appeal of artistic expression and the enduring power of lyrical storytelling.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lyric over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Lyric in England and Wales, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lyric, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lyric by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lyric was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4178 | 24 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4886 | 26 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3779 | 25 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2818 | 10 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Lyric
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Lyric: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lyric in the UK right now?
In 2024, Lyric was ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Lyric most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 7 babies registered as Lyric in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lyric?
A feminine name derived from the English word "lyric", meaning a songlike poetic verse.
How many people are called Lyric in the UK?
A total of 85 babies have been registered as Lyric across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.