Lyric
How to say it: LEER-ik · /ˈlɪrɪk/
From the English word 'lyric,' relating to poetry or song; used as a given name since the late 20th century.
Lyric was the 560th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 583 babies of either sex (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2010s, its births are down about 55% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #802 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #560 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 (both sexes) | 583 |
| Share of births | 1 in 4,790 |
| Peak decade | 2010s |
| Change over 10 years | −55% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #802 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
A recent arrival, Lyric found its high in the 2010s. Close to that high still, it is expected to ease downward.
What goes with it
Light and crisp at once, Lyric feels creative with a musical thread. Cadence makes a natural companion.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Lyric is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Lyric
- Lyric Ross (born 2003)American actress
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