Whenever I hear the name Lydia, I get swept back in time to a bygone era. Lydia is not only a beautiful name but also one of those classic names loved by older generations.
If you have decided that Lydia is the perfect name for your little one but are now struggling to find a beautiful middle name for Lydia that compliments it beautifully, do not panic. We are here to help you.
After carrying out lots of research, we have put together a huge list of middle names that go with Lydia just for you. This list should make picking a new name for your little princess much easier.
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What Does The Name Lydia Mean
Lydia is a name of Greek origin and means a woman from Lydia, Greece.
The name Lydia is first mentioned in the Bible, in the New Testament. She was a businesswoman who was the first person to be baptized by Saint Paul. But the name never emerged as a first name until the eighteenth century due to the character of Lydia Languish in Sheridan’s popular 1775 play The Rivals and the youngest of the Bennett girls in Pride and Prejudice.
Lydia continued to be popular in the literary world and can be found in the novels of George Eliot and D.H. Lawrence.
Lydia has consistently ranked in the US Top 1000 names and is currently number 96.
Beautiful Middle Names For Lydia
Lydia is a beautiful name and so you will need a middle name that is just as gorgeous to compliment it. Our list is a mix of classic names as well as some more unique ones. Here are some of our favorite middle names for Lydia.
- Lydia Abigail
- Lydia Alexandra
- Lydia Amaryllis
- Lydia Ann
- Lydia Annabella
- Lydia Anneliese
- Lydia Arabella
- Lydia Bayberry
- Lydia Beatrice
- Lydia Beatrix
- Lydia Bea
- Lydia Bee
- Lydia Belinda
- Lydia Belle
- Lydia Beth
- Lydia Blair
- Lydia Blake
- Lydia Blythe
- Lydia Briar
- Lydia Brigid
- Lydia Brooke
- Lydia Brynn
- Lydia Camilla
- Lydia Catherine
- Lydia Chantal
- Lydia Charis
- Lydia Christabel
- Lydia Christin
- Lydia Claire
- Lydia Claudine
- Lydia Clementine
- Lydia Coco
- Lydia Constance
- Lydia Cosette
- Lydia Daisy
- Lydia Damaris
- Lydia Darlene
- Lydia Dawn
- Lydia Delphine
- Lydia Denise
- Lydia Dove
- Lydia Eden
- Lydia Eleanor
- Lydia Eliza
- Lydia Elizabeth
- Lydia Elle
- Lydia Ellen
- Lydia Elodie
- Lydia Eloise
- Lydia Emerald
- Lydia Esme
- Lydia Eve
- Lydia Evelyn
- Lydia Faith
- Lydia Fay
- Lydia Faye
- Lydia Felecity
- Lydia Fern
- Lydia Fiona
- Lydia Fleur
- Lydia Fleurette
- Lydia Flora
- Lydia Florence
- Lydia Francesca
- Lydia Gail
- Lydia Garden
- Lydia Genevieve
- Lydia Geraldine
- Lydia Grace
- Lydia Gray
- Lydia Grey
- Lydia Gwen
- Lydia Hannah
- Lydia Henrietta
- Lydia Honor
- Lydia Hope
- Lydia Hyacinth
- Lydia Iris
- Lydia Isabelle
- Lydia Jade
- Lydia James
- Lydia Jane
- Lydia Janine
- Lydia Jaqueline
- Lydia Jay
- Lydia Jean
- Lydia Jeanette
- Lydia Jess
- Lydia Jewel
- Lydia Jo
- Lydia Joan
- Lydia Josephine
- Lydia Josette
- Lydia Joy
- Lydia Joyce
- Lydia Jude
- Lydia Juliet
- Lydia June
- Lydia Kate
- Lydia Katherine
- Lydia Kathleen
- Lydia Kaye
- Lydia Leigh
- Lydia Lora
- Lydia Louise
- Lydia Lourdes
- Lydia Lynn
- Lydia Mae
- Lydia Maeve
- Lydia Mair
- Lydia Margaret
- Lydia Marie
- Lydia Matilda
- Lydia Maude
- Lydia Mauve
- Lydia Maxine
- Lydia May
- Lydia Megan
- Lydia Meredith
- Lydia Minerva
- Lydia Mirabel
- Lydia Miranda
- Lydia Mireille
- Lydia Monique
- Lydia Nadine
- Lydia Naomi
- Lydia Noelle
- Lydia Odette
- Lydia Opal
- Lydia Ottilie
- Lydia Paige
- Lydia Pamela
- Lydia Pearl
- Lydia Persephone
- Lydia Phoenicia
- Lydia Primrose
- Lydia Quinn
- Lydia Rachel
- Lydia Rae
- Lydia Rain
- Lydia Raine
- Lydia Reese
- Lydia Reine
- Lydia Rhys
- Lydia Roisin
- Lydia Rosalie
- Lydia Rose
- Lydia Rosette
- Lydia Roxie
- Lydia Ruth
- Lydia Saffron
- Lydia Sage
- Lydia Sapphire
- Lydia Scarlett
- Lydia Serena
- Lydia Shae
- Lydia Shalom
- Lydia Shay
- Lydia Shea
- Lydia Sian
- Lydia Skye
- Lydia Sophie
- Lydia Tamara
- Lydia Tess
- Lydia Theodora
- Lydia Topaz
- Lydia Vale
- Lydia Venice
- Lydia Victoria
- Lydia Violet
- Lydia Vivian
- Lydia Willow
- Lydia Wren
- Lydia Yvette
- Lydia Zuleika
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Finding The Right Middle Name
For many parents finding the right middle name is just as important as finding the first name.
While other parents allow themselves to have a little more fun when choosing as they feel, the middle name is slightly less important as it is not a name that your child will use every day.
But with that said, do not let the wrong middle name take away from all your hard work of finding the perfect first name.
If you really fancy a challenge, you could go for two middle names. In the US, you are only legally required to have a first name and a surname on your birth certificate. Anything after that is simply down to personal choice.
Where To Look For Inspiration
As it’s been said most people do not use their middle name on a daily basis so you can take a step away from the more traditional names and opt for something that is a little more wild and wacky.
Here are a few ideas of where you can look for inspiration for that perfect middle name just in case you are running out of ideas.
Family Tradition
The most common place to start is with your own family. Many families have a tradition of passing down a middle name from one generation to another or choosing a middle name that begins with a certain letter.
While you may decide on a middle name to honor a relative. This could be a grandparent, aunt, or even a maiden name.
Many families have a rich and varied family history and this can often be a fantastic place for middle name inspiration. Take a good look into your family history and you’re sure to find a name that is both perfect for your child and connects them to their family heritage even before they are old enough to understand the connection.
Maybe you have some Japanese heritage that you would like to use for your little one’s middle name, take a look at our Japanese Girl Names for some inspiration.
Two Is Better Than One
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Maybe you and your partner had a first name choice that was pipped at the post for a variety of reasons.
The middle name may be a way to use that second place first name in your baby’s full name, as their middle name. As most if not all first names also make great middle names, there’s nothing to worry about.
Memories Or Place Names
Celebrities are not the only people who can use place names for their children’s names. They are actually very trendy at the moment.
So if you and your partner have a special place that holds some fond memories or a favorite destination, go for it.
What To Be Careful Of When Choosing That Perfect Middle Name
Middle names are an opportunity to be a little wilder and daring with your children’s names. After all, it is not the name they will be using every day.
This is why you will often find people with some weird and wonderful middle names that their parents just couldn’t justify as a first name. But there are a few things that you need to consider when choosing that perfect middle name.
Potential For An Unfortunate Nickname
You need to put yourself into the mind of a child and think as they do. If you can think up some cruel and not very nice names to tease your child then you bet that any child in the playground can too.
Initials
Remember that your children’s initials will often be written down on display so you need to ensure that they do not spell out any unfortunate words.
With Lydia as a first name, there is a chance that their initials could potentially spell out some less than desirable things.
Flow Of Entire Name
When you have decided on that perfect first name, along with the perfect middle name and of course you already know the surname, you need to check that it all flows together and is not too clunky when you say it out loud.
If you have any doubts get a second opinion from friends and family and say the full name in conversation. If the name sounds clunky or you are falling over your words, then there is a pretty good chance that it is not the right combination of names.
Different Ways To Spell Lydia
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There are a few different ways to spell Lydia. Here are a few of our favorites that offer a great alternative to the traditional spelling:
- Lydiah
- Lidia
- Lyda
- Lidija
- Lydea
Cute Sibling Names That Go With Lydia
If you have more than one child or plan on having more than one, finding names that go well together is another important factor that you may need to consider.
Remember that you will probably say your little one’s names a million times together so it is important that they flow well. Here are a few suggestions for sibling names that work well together.
- Lydia and Bennet (this one may be a little two Pride & Prejudice for some)
- Lydia and Alistair
- Lydia and Hamish
- Lydia and Luca
- Lydia and Elliot
- Lydia and Juliet
- Lydia and Miriam
- Lydia and Eleanor
- Lydia and Amy
- Lydia and Rachael
The Final Thought
That is the end of our beautiful middle names for Lydia. Hopefully, you have found the perfect name to complement the melodic Lydia. But if you are still looking, there is no need to panic there are still plenty of other name options out there.
Why not check out some other names that mean luck, fortune, or destiny. If you are looking for something that is a little more unique then take a look at our chemistry-inspired baby names.
