Lydia
l(y)-dia
US Popularity:236
Origin:Greek
Meaning:From Lydia; Seller of purple
This girl's name is of Greek origin and means "from Lydia," which was an area of Asia. It was known for its legendarily rich kings, Midas and Croesus. Set baby girl up for a life where she can be rich in the most important things, like love and support. Lydia is also a Biblical name, where she features as a "seller of purple," most likely a wealthy woman of business. You'll find Lydia in various places in literature, like as the troublemaking youngest Bennet daughter in Pride and Prejudice.
Lydia Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lydia is currently #484 on The Bump
Girl:Lydia is currently #200 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lydia is currently #236 in U.S. births
Girl:Lydia is currently #73 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#236
in 2022
- 13
from 2021
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