Lydia

Lydia is a Greek-origin name derived from the ancient region of Lydia in western Asia Minor, whose inhabitants were known as Lydians. The region itself may trace its name to a legendary king Lydos, though the deeper etymology of that root remains uncertain. In the New Testament, Lydia of Thyatira is a notable early convert described as a dealer in purple cloth, giving the name strong early Christian resonance. Related forms and variants include the Spanish and Portuguese Lidia and the Hungarian Lídia.