Meaning of name Lydia

The names of some famous persons by the name Lydia (or its variants) are:

Lydia Howard Huntley Sigourney, born on 1 November, a famous poet. Lydia Howard Huntley Sigourney's background: American poet during the early and mid 19th century. Her poems were extremely popular, and some were only published under her married name, Mrs Sigourney. She was known to all as the 'Sweet Singer of Hartford.'

Lydia Liliuokalani, born on 2 September, a famous queen. Lydia Liliuokalani's background: The last Queen of the Hawaiian Islands. She was deposed in 1893, and was subsequently imprisoned in her palace. However, she made much use of her imprisonment time to compose many famous songs, such as 'The Queen's Jubilee'. Her musical talent was widely known and she found composing a source of comfort in her hard days. She finally abdicated her throne in 1895 in exchange for her freedom and commutation of death sentences of her supporters, such as Robert Wilcox.

Lydia Marie Child, born on 11 February, a famous journalist. Lydia Marie Child's background: American journalist and novelist, she was also a strong advocate of anti-slavery. As a result, she joined the executive committee of the American Anti-Slavery Society.

Lydia Sum, born on 21 July , a famous actress. Lydia Sum's background: Hong Kong comedienne, MC and actress, known to all as Fei Fei. Recently passed away from cancer, the long-established entertainer is well-remembered for her cheery disposition and optimism for life. Her distinctive image, comprising her plump figure, black-rimmed glasses, bouffant hair makes her forever an irreplaceable icon in the Hong Kong entertainment industry.