Lydia vs Esther

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lydia

Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"star"

Origin: Persian

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Lydia Rank #97

Esther Rank #131

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #131 for Esther.

Is Lydia or Esther more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Esther at #131 in the United States.

What do Lydia and Esther mean?

Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin). Esther means "star" (Persian origin).

Are Lydia and Esther boy or girl names?

Lydia is primarily a girl name. Esther is primarily a girl name.