Lyda

♀ Girl

Pronounced LY-duh /ˈlaɪ.də/Medium

Meaning: A short form or variant of Lydia ('woman from Lydia,' a region of Asia Minor); also read as a clip of Alida ('noble; small winged one'). Routes uncertain.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp vintage name: Lyda reads as a form of Lydia ('woman from Lydia') (said 'LY-duh'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowGreek

MeaningA short form or variant of Lydia ('woman from Lydia,' a region of Asia Minor); also read as a clip of Alida ('noble; small winged one'). Routes uncertain.

U.S. rank (2025)#16336 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1916

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,973

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lyda reads as a variant or short form of Lydia ('woman from Lydia,' a region of Asia Minor), or as a clip of Alida. Seen in older U.S. records, the route is uncertain, which we note. Trim and vintage (said 'LY-duh').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. today. Rare, vintage, and crisp.

Did you know? Lyda reads as a short form of Lydia ('woman from Lydia,' an ancient region) or a clip of Alida ('noble'), so its route is uncertain, which we note — a slim, antique-feeling name (said 'LY-duh').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Lyda — Lydia form / Alida clip; routes uncertain

Variations

LydiaLidaLyda

Nicknames

LyLyddie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lyda mean?

Lyda reads as a form of Lydia ('woman from Lydia') or a short Alida ('noble'). The route is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Lyda?

It's said LY-duh /ˈlaɪ.də/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lyda a boy or girl name?

Lyda is a girl's name.

How popular is Lyda?

Lyda is a rare, vintage name in the U.S.