Lycia
LISH-ee-ah
Lycia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Derived from Lycia, an ancient region in Anatolia. It is associated with light and the goddess of the dawn.”, and peaked in popularity in 1961.
What Lycia Means
“Derived from Lycia, an ancient region in Anatolia. It is associated with light and the goddess of the dawn.”
The Story of Lycia
Imagine a light so ancient it predates empires, a gentle radiance that illuminated the dawn of civilization.
Lycia is a name with roots in ancient Greece, named after the region of Lycia in Anatolia, an area known for its rich history and connection to early Mediterranean cultures. It carries an association with light, echoing the very dawn that breaks over the land.
This name feels like a soft glow, a quiet intelligence that you already see in your daughter. It is for a child who you imagine will find wonder in quiet moments, whose introspective nature will be a source of profound creativity.
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Numerology
The Idealist
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1961
Total Births
71
First Recorded
1960
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