Lirael is of Australian origin, derived from the fantasy literature series 'Old Kingdom' by Garth Nix. It means 'left-hand', referring to the left-handed protagonist Lirael in the novels. The name has gained some popularity due to its unique sound and literary association.
"Lirael saw an increase in popularity after several years, with six babies named Lirael born each in 2019 and again in 2023, totalling twelve children sharing this name over those four years."