Lyre or balance
Lira has multiple etymological roots, most notably as a variation of Lyra, referring to the musical stringed instrument. In Latin contexts, it relates to the 'libra' or balance, and it also served as the former currency of Italy. It is often chosen for its melodic sound and connection to celestial and musical themes.
Less common today
Lira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,640 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
South African singer-songwriter and multi-platinum artist
Protagonist of the His Dark Materials trilogy (alternate spelling Lyra) · His Dark Materials
A siren princess and main character in the novel To Kill a Kingdom · To Kill a Kingdom
