Origin:Modern
Other Origin(s):Welsh
Meaning:The sea
Liir is a masculine name that first came to be in the series The Wicked Years by Gregory Maguire, a collection of fantasy novels inspired by The Wizard of Oz and the inspiration for Wicked the musical. Thought to be based on the Welsh name Llŷr, Liir likely adopts the meaning "the sea." Liir is the Wicked Witch of the West Elphaba's son and the main character of the book Son of a Witch. His childhood is a sad one, but despite this, Liir grows up to be kind and tender-hearted. Whether you love the sea and are looking for a cool, alternate spelling, or wish to honor your favorite fantasy series and instill compassion and resilience in your little one, Liir will make a lasting impression.
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