Laquita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laquita is an American name that combines elements from the Spanish language, meaning 'the one who removes'. It evolved from forms like Lakita and has gained popularity in the United States, particularly in African American communities. The name is associated with individuality and cultural identity. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Laquita is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Laquita has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Laquita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1303rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1514th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1036th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 983rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11266th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Laquita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laquita"
Pronunciation
/ləˈkiːtə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Laquita is a modern name that likely derives from the Spanish word 'quita', meaning 'to remove' or 'to take away', combined with the prefix 'La', which is a feminine article in Spanish.
Meaning
the one who removes
Language Evolution
Lakita, Laquita
Historical Usage
Laquita emerged as a popular name in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly among African American communities, reflecting a trend of unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Lakita, Kita, Lala
Modern Popularity & Image
Laquita is perceived as a distinctive and culturally rich name that reflects individuality and heritage.
Famous People
Laquita Smith - American actress, Laquita McMillan - American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laquita"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Laquita"
"Laquita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1303rd of 9204 | 624 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1514th of 12526 | 894 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1036th of 19264 | 1,913 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 983rd of 27321 | 2,837 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11266th of 35406 | 131 |
Regional Popularity of "Laquita" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Laquita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
35.32% 831st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
33.72% 962nd/2853 |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.04% 1029th/2937 |
68.39% 2382nd/3483 |
18.42% 648th/3518 |
46.69% 1888th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.21% 929th/3685 |
63.78% 2854th/4475 |
11.19% 581st/5194 |
39.54% 2498th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Laquita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Laquita" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.