Lydia
Female name · ★ Classic
74,508
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#97
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Lydia
Lydia is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 74,508 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 6,716 births |
| 1890s | 6,772 births |
| 1900s | 5,247 births |
| 1910s | 4,800 births |
| 1920s | 3,903 births |
| 1930s | 2,841 births |
| 1940s | 3,716 births |
| 1950s | 5,866 births |
| 1960s | 4,600 births |
| 1970s | 2,989 births |
| 1980s | 4,263 births |
| 1990s | 6,525 births |
| 2000s | 9,382 births |
| 2010s | 5,025 births |
| 2020s | 1,863 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Lydia?
Lydia has been given to 74,508 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 1,089 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #97.
Is Lydia a boy or girl name?
Lydia is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Lydia most popular?
Lydia was most popular in 2008, when 1,089 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Lydia?
Lydia first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).