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Christian Name · Greek Origin
Lyric Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Lyric
girl
Lyric means "Song or poetry", a girl's name of Greek origin. The name Lyric does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Represents the beauty of worship through music and poetic expression.
Is Lyric in the Bible?
No — the name Lyric does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Song or poetry", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Lyric.
Pronunciation:/LEER-ik/
OriginGreek
MeaningSong or poetry
What does Lyric mean?
Lyric is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Song or poetry". Inspired by the Psalms and the rich tradition of musical worship throughout Scripture.
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What does Lyric mean in the Bible?
Lyric means "Song or poetry" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Inspired by the Psalms and the rich tradition of musical worship throughout Scripture.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Lyric?
Lyric is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Song or poetry" — not because Scripture names anyone Lyric.
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What is the spiritual meaning of Lyric?
Represents the beauty of worship through music and poetic expression.
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Word Meaning
Joy (χαρά (chara))
Deep, abiding gladness rooted in God's character and salvation.
Word Meaning
Song (שִׁיר (shir))
A musical expression of worship, joy, lament, or testimony — the voice of the soul.
Strong's
Strong's G5479 — Joy
χαρά (chara) • Deep, abiding gladness rooted in God's character and salvation.
Strong's
Strong's H7892 — Song
שִׁיר (shir) • A musical expression of worship, joy, lament, or testimony — the voice of the soul.
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Lyric name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Lyric does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Song or poetry", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Lyric.
Lyric means "Song or poetry." It is a Greek name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Song or poetry" — runs right through the Bible.
Greek. Lyric comes into English from Greek and carries the sense "Song or poetry." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Lyric
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Lyric?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Lyric?
You can read every verse where Lyric appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.