Lirael
Lirael is a girls' name of English origin meaning “daughter of the Clayr.”
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how do you pronounce Lirael?
LEER-ay-el
where does the name Lirael come from?
The name comes from the heroine of Garth Nix's 2001 fantasy novel Lirael, the second book of his Old Kingdom trilogy, between Sabriel and Abhorsen.
A literary invention by Australian author Garth Nix, Lirael is the protagonist of the Old Kingdom series ('Lirael,' 2001), a librarian and necromancer who discovers her true identity. The name has a Hebrew-influenced sound.
who are famous people named Lirael?
- Lirael (character in Garth Nix's Old Kingdom series)
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what names go well with Lirael?
Sibling names that share Lirael's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Lirael
What does the name Lirael mean?
Lirael means “daughter of the Clayr”.
What is the origin of the name Lirael?
Lirael comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Lirael?
Lirael has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Lirael a boy or girl name?
Lirael is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Lirael?
Lirael is pronounced LEER-ay-el, with 3 syllables.
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