Clydia

“notable, famous, or a person of renown”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1464US 2023

736Births / yr

→Stable

626All-time births

📅 Since 190000

What does Clydia mean and where does it come from?

Clydia is a variation of the name Clio, the Greek Muse of history. It has been used in the U.S. particularly since the late 19th century and may sometimes be confused with similar names like Lydia. The name has Greek origins and primarily associates with historical significance and acknowledgment.

Cultural significance

Clydia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of notable, famous, or a person of renown.

Peak popularity

Reached #1170 in 1900 — currently #1464 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Clydia?

Clydia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clydia Grace

How popular is Clydia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1464 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1900–2023#1464 · Top 1.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1464	736	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1469	716	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1474	686	▲ up 4333 · +11333% births
1960	#5807	6	▼ down 483
1955	#5324	6	▼ down 2372 · -54% births
1950	#2952	13	▼ down 569 · -7% births
1945	#2383	14	▼ down 388 · -18% births
1940	#1995	17	▲ up 821 · +70% births
1935	#2816	10	▲ up 970 · +43% births
1930	#3786	7	▼ down 326 · -22% births
1925	#3460	9	▲ up 233 · +13% births
1920	#3693	8	▼ down 906 · -20% births
1915	#2787	10	▼ down 1037 · +11% births
1910	#1750	9	▼ down 580 · -25% births
1900	#1170	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Clydia

Best Year1900Rank #1170

Peak Count736

Average Rank#2822

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202315 years

The story of Clydia

Clydia has been a beloved American name for over 124 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1900. With 626 total births recorded, Clydia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1170 in 1900, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1464 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Clydia in 1900:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Clydia by decade

Clydia peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	17
1910s	96
1920s	124
1930s	128
1940s ★	150
1950s	86
1960s	18
1970s	7

💎Clydia has only 626 total recorded births since 1900 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Clydia?

Common

ClyClydiieClydiy

What names sound and feel like Clydia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Clydia also consider these

Lydia

Greece · from Lydia

Cledia

Greece · Famous or renowned

Greece · the white of

Clélia

Greek · A Greek name

Common questions about the name Clydia

What does the name Clydia mean?

Clydia means "notable, famous, or a person of renown" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Clydia?

Clydia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Clydia?

Clydia originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Clydia a common or rare name?

Clydia is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Clydia?

Clydia naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.