Wyre

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Welsh

"winding river"

Wyre Origin and Meaning

The name Wyre is a boy's name meaning "winding river".

A geographical name of Celtic origin, which is borne by two British rivers: the Afon Wyre in Wales and the Wyre in Lancashire.

A notable bearer is the Welsh journalist and BBC correspondent Wyre Davies.

Popularity of the name Wyre

• 747 Nameberry 2025

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Famous People Named Wyre

• Wyre Davies Welsh TV journalist
• (Kevin) Wyre Kenyan R&B singer of groups Necessary Noize and East African Bashment Crew

The name Wyre in Pop Culture

• Wyre character in Marvel's Alpha Flight comics
• Wyre Lancashire, England