Lydia
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Lydia is a female name found in Greece and the Mediterranean Sea since the ancient times. Lydia in ancient Greece was synonymous to the one who respects God; there was also a city in Asia Minor called Lydia, known for its gold and precious stones.
Sound of name Lydia: Lee-dìa
Male version of name Lydia: Lydios (not in use)
Nameday of name Lydia: May 20th
Origin of name Lydia – Blessed Lydia (Osia Lydia)
Although Lydia is a name known since the antiquity, for the Greek Orthodox Church the name Lydia is associated with the Blessed Lydia or Osia Lydia in Greek, a woman who lived in Northern Greece. Lydia was a merchant selling laver; she met with Apostle Paul in a city called Thiateira and believed in his words and his preaching. She was baptized a Christian and she used her money and her reputation to spread the Christian Religion. She is considered the first European woman baptized by an Apostle; the Orthodox Church declared her Osia (Blessed) and celebrates her memory on May the 20th.
Nicknames deriving from name Lydia
Lydia doesn’t feature many nicknames and diminutives; in most cases you will find women called Lydia using the name in its full form. Although different name, some women use a short form of the name, Leda.
The Names’ Fairy reveals the meaning of name Lydia
Lydia is a woman dedicated to her goals; she is a very optimistic person and always manages to achieve whatever she sets as a goal in the professional and personal field. Lydia is a lot into precious things.