Lycia
Lycia is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,049 in the US, popular nicknames include Lyc, Lyy, and Lycie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lycia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 71 babies have been named Lycia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lycia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,049 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,049
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Lycia
Lycia is a girl name .
Lycia is currently ranked #64,049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lycia include Lyc, Lyy, and Lycie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis