Lydia

A woman, in the time of the New Testament · named in 2 verses

the name means properly, feminine of Ludios (of foreign origin) (a Lydian, in Asia Minor) Strong's Lexicon

Lydia, a seller of purple goods from Thyatira, was converted by Paul in Philippi and hosted the church in her home.

From Easton's Bible Dictionary

(1.) Ezek. 30:5 (Heb. Lud), a province in the west of Asia Minor, which derived its name from the fourth son of Shem (Gen. 10:22). It was bounded on the east by the greater Phrygia, and on the west by Ionia and the AEgean Sea.

Easton's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, 1897 — public domain, quoted in full and unedited.

First named at Acts 16:14.

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Verses that name Lydia

Acts 16:14 Among those listening was a woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.
Acts 16:40 After Paul and Silas came out of the prison, they went to Lydia’s house to see the brothers and encourage them. Then they left the city.