Latesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Latesha is a name of African American origin that combines elements from the prefix 'La-' and the name 'Tisha'. It conveys meanings of joy and happiness. The name evolved in the late 20th century and was part of a broader trend of unique naming practices. It does not have biblical roots, but it gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. Variants include Latisha and Tisha. Today, Latesha is recognized for its cultural significance, though its usage has declined. Notable individuals with this name include Latesha McSwain and Latesha B. Smith.
The name Latesha is most popular in Virginia, 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, Latesha 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, 'Latesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1453rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1356th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9584th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Latesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Latesha"
Pronunciation
/ləˈtiːʃə/
Origin
African American
Etymology
Latesha is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the late 20th century, likely derived from the combination of the prefix 'La-' with the name 'Tisha', which itself is often a diminutive of names like Leticia or Latisha.
Meaning
Joy, happiness
Language Evolution
La-, Tisha, Latisha
Historical Usage
Latesha gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly within African American communities, as part of a trend of creating unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Latisha, Letisha, Tisha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Latesha is viewed as a distinctive name that represents cultural heritage, though it is less common than it was in its peak years.
Famous People
Latesha McSwain, a notable American entrepreneur, Latesha B. Smith, an author and motivational speaker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Latesha"
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 "Latesha"
"Latesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1453rd of 19264 | 1,149 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1356th of 27321 | 1,792 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9584th of 35406 | 169 |
Regional Popularity of "Latesha" 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 "Latesha" by Generation for Female 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) |
43.79% 1286th/2937 |
34.08% 1187th/3483 |
30.02% 1056th/3518 |
46.69% 1888th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.63% 1276th/3685 |
28.92% 1294th/4475 |
20.10% 1044th/5194 |
45.46% 2872nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Latesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Latesha" 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.