How popular is the name Lydia in 2025?

Lydia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Lydia most popular?

Lydia peaked in 1902, reaching #1137 among US boy names.

Lydia will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Lydia entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #1137 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1137

peak (1902)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Lydia are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Lydia alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Lydia in 2025?: Lydia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Lydia most popular?: Lydia peaked in 1902, reaching #1137 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Lydia with classmates?: Lydia will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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