Lydia

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Meaning
Lydia is derived from the ancient Greek name Ludia, which means "woman from Lydia." Lydia was an area in western Asia Minor, which is known today as modern-day Turkey.
Scripts(How to write)
Λυδία
Λυδία(Ancient Greek)
Лѷдіа(Church Slavic)
Pronunciation
LID-ee-ah or LYE-dee-uh
LID-ee-ə(English)
LUY-dya(German)
Popularity
Lydia is a moderately popular name that is currently ranked #100 on the US popularity charts. It is also a popular name in other countries such as Germany, Australia, and Canada.

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Lydia Name meanings & History

Lydia is derived from the ancient Greek name Ludia, which means "woman from Lydia." Lydia was an area in western Asia Minor, which is known today as modern-day Turkey. Means "from Lydia" in Greek. Lydia was a region on the west coast of Asia Minor, said to be named for the legendary king Lydos. In the New Testament this is the name of a woman converted to Christianity by Saint Paul. In the modern era the name has been in use since the Protestant Reformation. Lydia is a beautiful and timeless choice for a baby girl. It is a great option for parents looking for a classic name with a rich history and meaning.

Zodiac Sign of Lydia: Lover Taurus,Logical Libra

Synonyms of Lydia:

L: Liaison,Languid,Luscious,Lazy,Lover,Legal,Lovely

Y: Yen/money,Yin/Yang,Youth-giving

D: Doting,Daddy,Determined,Demanding,Domestic,Dutiful

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

A: Argumentative,Aggressive,Assertive,Angry,Ambitious,Action

Lydia is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Delicate name
  • a Formal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Lydia include actress Lydia Wilson, artist Lydia Corbett, and author Lydia Davis.

2.) LYDIA (Female)

Usage: English

Meanings: Of Greek origin, Lydia (woman from Lydia, an ancient kingdom in western Asia Minor) is common throughout the English-speaking world. (LID-EE-AH)


3.) Lydia (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Greek) from Lydia, an ancient land in Asia. (Arabic) strife.

Other Forms: Lydie, Lydie, Lydya, Lydyah


4.) Lydia (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) musical; unusual

Other Forms: Lidia, Lidya, Lydie, Lydy


5.) Lydia (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) forms of Lydia.


6.) LYDIA (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: A name meaning “woman from Lydia,” Lydia is taken from the name of an ancient kingdom in western Asia Minor. Var: Lidia. Pet: Liddie, Lydie. (LEE-DEE-AH)


7.) LYDIA (Female)

Usage: Biblical

Meanings: A name of Greek origin belonging to an ancient and prosperous kingdom on the western coast of Asia Minor. Many of the early churches were founded in Lydia. Lydia was also the name of a woman from the Lydian town of Thyatira who sold purple-dyed garments at Philippi. She was Paul’s first European convert. (LID-EE-AH)


8.) LYDIA (Female)

Usage: German

Meanings: A name of Greek origin derived from the name of an ancient kingdom in western Asia Minor: hence, “woman from Lydia.” (LIH-DEE-AH)


9.) Lydia (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: Woman from Lydia

Other Forms: Lidia, Lidiya, Lidya


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