Lute or lyre
Alyra is a modern variation of Lyra, which refers to the ancient stringed instrument. It is associated with the constellation Lyra, representing the lyre of Orpheus in Greek mythology. The 'A-' prefix is a stylistic addition common in contemporary English naming to create a softer, more melodic sound.
About 20 girls were named Alyra in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
