Lydia: name meaning and origin
Lydia
woman from Lydia
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
Lydia is a Greek name meaning "woman from Lydia". It has 3 syllables, stressed on Lyd, and is traditionally a girl's name.
Middle names that flow with Lydia
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All middle names for Lydia, by length and meaning →
- Lydia Belle beautiful
- Lydia Blair field, plain
- Lydia Claire clear, bright
- Lydia Faith faith, trust
- Lydia Faye fairy; also faith
- Lydia Grace grace, goodwill
- Lydia Gray grey
- Lydia Hope hope
Sibling names for Lydia
- Lydia & Alexander Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Ambrose Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Calliope Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Catherine Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Elias Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Ellie Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Genesis Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Lydia & Iris Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
Nicknames for Lydia
No traditional nickname; Lydia is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Lyd, Lydie.
Questions about Lydia
What does the name Lydia mean?
Lydia is a Greek name meaning "woman from Lydia".
How many syllables are in Lydia?
Lydia has 3 syllables (Lyd-i-a), with the stress usually on "Lyd".
What are nicknames for Lydia?
Lydia has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Lyd, Lydie.
Is Lydia a boy's or girl's name?
Lydia is traditionally a girl's name.