Lydia Patton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lydia Patton — Greek
133K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lydia Patton is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Lydia is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Lydia is a feminine first name. It derives from the Greek Λυδία, Ludía, from λυδία (ludía; "beautiful one", "noble one", "from Lydia"), a feminine form of the ancient given name Λυδός (Lydus). The region of Lydia is said to be named for a king named Λυδός; the given name Lydia originally indicated ancestry or residence in the region of Lydia. Lydia is a Biblical given name: Lydia of Thyatira was businesswoman in the city of Thyatira in the New Testament's Acts of the Apostles. She was the apostle Paul's first convert in Philippi and thus the first convert to Christianity in Europe. The surname Patton: George S. Patton (1885–1945), American general George Patton IV (1923–2004), son of George S. Patton and also a U.S. Army general George Smith Patton (attorney) George S. Patton, Sr. (1833–1864), Confederate colonel and grandfather of George S. Patton Raymond Stanton Patton (1882–1937), American admiral and engineer, second Director of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Waller T. Patton (1835–1863), Confederate lieutenant colonel and great-uncle of George S. Patton Barbara Patton (born 1944), New York politician and university professor Charles Emory Patton (1859–1937), U.S. Lydia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 133K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lydia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lydia

Greek

Lydia is a feminine first name. It derives from the Greek Λυδία, Ludía, from λυδία (ludía; "beautiful one", "noble one", "from Lydia"), a feminine form of the ancient given name Λυδός (Lydus). The region of Lydia is said to be named for a king named Λυδός; the given name Lydia originally indicated ancestry or residence in the region of Lydia. Lydia is a Biblical given name: Lydia of Thyatira was businesswoman in the city of Thyatira in the New Testament's Acts of the Apostles. She was the apostle Paul's first convert in Philippi and thus the first convert to Christianity in Europe.

Surname: Patton

English

George S. Patton (1885–1945), American general George Patton IV (1923–2004), son of George S. Patton and also a U.S. Army general George Smith Patton (attorney) George S. Patton, Sr. (1833–1864), Confederate colonel and grandfather of George S. Patton Raymond Stanton Patton (1882–1937), American admiral and engineer, second Director of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Waller T. Patton (1835–1863), Confederate lieutenant colonel and great-uncle of George S. Patton Barbara Patton (born 1944), New York politician and university professor Charles Emory Patton (1859–1937), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lydia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lydia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lydia Patton

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lydia Patton:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lydia?
The first name Lydia originates from Greek. Lydia is a feminine first name. It derives from the Greek Λυδία, Ludía, from λυδία (ludía; "beautiful one", "noble one", "from Lydia"), a feminine form of the ancient given name Λυδός (Lydus). The region of Lydia is said to be named for a king named Λυδός; the given name Lydia originally indicated ancestry or residence in the region of Lydia. Lydia is a Biblical given name: Lydia of Thyatira was businesswoman in the city of Thyatira in the New Testament's Acts of the Apostles. She was the apostle Paul's first convert in Philippi and thus the first convert to Christianity in Europe.
When was Lydia most popular?
The name Lydia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Patton?
The surname Patton originates from English. George S. Patton (1885–1945), American general George Patton IV (1923–2004), son of George S. Patton and also a U.S. Army general George Smith Patton (attorney) George S. Patton, Sr. (1833–1864), Confederate colonel and grandfather of George S. Patton Raymond Stanton Patton (1882–1937), American admiral and engineer, second Director of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Waller T. Patton (1835–1863), Confederate lieutenant colonel and great-uncle of George S. Patton Barbara Patton (born 1944), New York politician and university professor Charles Emory Patton (1859–1937), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Lydia Patton?
The name Lydia Patton combines two different traditions: the first name Lydia has Greek roots, while the surname Patton originates from English.
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