Alma vs Lydia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alma

Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

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Alma Rank #472

Lydia Rank #97

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #472 for Alma.

Is Alma or Lydia more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Alma at #472 in the United States.

What do Alma and Lydia mean?

Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin). Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin).

Are Alma and Lydia boy or girl names?

Alma is primarily a girl name. Lydia is primarily a girl name.