Lydia vs Selma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lydia

Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #2,770 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine protection, helmet of the gods"

Origin: Germanic/Norse

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Lydia Rank #97

Selma Rank #2,770

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #2770 for Selma.

Is Lydia or Selma more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Selma at #2770 in the United States.

What do Lydia and Selma mean?

Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin). Selma means "divine protection, helmet of the gods" (Germanic/Norse origin).

Are Lydia and Selma boy or girl names?

Lydia is primarily a girl name. Selma is primarily a girl name.