How Many People Are Named Alyra?
Complete statistics for the name Alyra: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Alyra is a very rare name, with only 325 people living in the U.S. and just 1 in 1,016,642 Americans bearing this name. It peaked in 2023 with 22 births, and most people named Alyra are under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 3 is traditionally linked to creativity, self-expression, and joyful communication. People associated with this number tend to be social, artistic, and naturally drawn to inspiring others through their words or talents.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 12All 327 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Alyra Through the Generations
The name Alyra has seen a rise in popularity, with its peak in 2023 marking 22 new births. Despite having a total of 327 births across all time, the number of living people named Alyra stands at 325, indicating a relatively high mortality rate or low birth rate. This makes the name even more unique. The majority of Alyras are under 30, with only a handful aged 30-60 and none over 60, suggesting a recent surge in popularity. Interestingly, the name is most common in Brazil, ranking as the 980,251st most popular name globally with 94 living bearers. This global distribution, combined with its rapid rise in the U.S., paints a picture of a name that's both modern and growing in significance.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Alyra's Modern invented roots
📄 About the Name Alyra
How Many People Have the Name Alyra?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 325 people in the United States currently share the name Alyra. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,016,642 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Alyra a Common or Rare Name?
Alyra is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Alyra Mean?
Alyra means "A modern invented name, sometimes associated with the idea of a lyre or musical harmony." and comes from Modern invented origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Alyra in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Alyra Most Popular?
The name Alyra reached peak popularity in 2023, with 22 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Alyra?
Approximately 325 people named Alyra live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 327. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,016,642 Americans.
Is Alyra a rare name?
Alyra is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,016,642 Americans has this name.
What does the name Alyra mean?
Alyra means "A modern invented name, sometimes associated with the idea of a lyre or musical harmony." and comes from Modern invented origins.
Is Alyra more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alyra are male and 100% are female.
When was Alyra most popular?
Alyra peaked in 2023 with 22 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.