Klyda
Greek or Old English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Klyda
Klyda is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the root "Clyde" or related to Greek elements, though its exact etymological path is uncertain; it may be connected to Old English or Scottish sources meaning "heard from afar" or "famous in war." The name has primarily been used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Scotland and North America during the 20th century, with limited notable historical figures bearing this specific spelling.
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Etymology
Klyda is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the root "Clyde" or related to Greek elements, though its exact etymological path is uncertain; it may be connected to Old English or Scottish sources meaning "heard from afar" or "famous in war." The name has primarily been used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Scotland and North America during the 20th century, with limited notable historical figures bearing this specific spelling.
Klyda currently ranks #3,259 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1924.
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