Lyda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lyda originates from the Greek name Lydia, associated with a wealthy ancient region. It means beautiful and noble. The name has evolved through various languages, maintaining its association with elegance. It has no biblical relevance and saw a rise in popularity during the 19th century. Lyda is considered a vintage name today, linked to notable historical figures.
The name Lyda is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lyda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lyda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 670th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1081st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2263rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5836th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8499th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10681st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9274th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lyda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lyda"
Pronunciation
/ˈlaɪdə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Lyda is derived from the ancient Greek name 'Lydia,' which refers to a region in Asia Minor. The name is associated with the Lydians, an ancient people known for their wealth and contributions to commerce.
Meaning
beautiful, noble
Language Evolution
Lydia (Ancient Greek), Lydian (Latin), Lyda (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lyda gained popularity in the 19th century as a variation of Lydia, especially in English-speaking countries, often used in literary contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Lydia, Lydie, Lydah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lyda is viewed as a vintage and elegant name, reflecting a sense of timeless beauty.
Famous People
Lyda D. McGhee, an American politician, Lyda Bel, a notable historical figure in literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lyda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lyda"
"Lyda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 670th of 9107 | 2,079 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1081st of 9204 | 863 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2263rd of 12526 | 453 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5836th of 19264 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8499th of 27321 | 126 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10681st of 35406 | 142 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9274th of 30306 | 133 |
Regional Popularity of "Lyda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lyda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
56.57% 801st/1416 |
54.02% 745th/1379 |
24.77% 586th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
76.41% 1189th/1556 |
43.18% 1016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lyda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lyda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.