From the land of the Illyrians
Elyria is a place-name derivative likely inspired by Illyria, an ancient region in the Balkan Peninsula. It is also the name of a city in Ohio, founded in the early 19th century by Heman Ely. In modern usage, it is often chosen for its ethereal, melodic sound and its similarity to names like Eliana and Lyra.
Less common today
Elyria isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,029 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A prominent city-state in the fantasy world Β· Chronicles of Elyria
A character in the science fiction universe Β· Star Trek