Lydia Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lydia Name at a Glance

Name	Lydia
Meaning	Woman from Lydia (in Asia Minor).
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Lydia Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lydia means “Woman from Lydia (in Asia Minor”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Lydia Name Origin

Our database records Lydia under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Lydia a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Lydia is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Lydia

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