Leatrice Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leatrice is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Viatrix', meaning 'voyager' or 'traveler'. It has evolved through various linguistic forms, including Beatrix and Beatrice, before arriving at its modern form. The name conveys traits of adventure and happiness, and it does not have specific biblical relevance. Leatrice gained popularity in the early 20th century and is viewed today as a unique and elegant name.
The name Leatrice is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Leatrice 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, 'Leatrice' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 709th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 657th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1389th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2411th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5414th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25599th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Leatrice' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leatrice"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːətrɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Leatrice is a variant of the name Beatrice, which is derived from the Latin 'Viatrix', meaning 'voyager' or 'traveler'. The name evolved in the context of Christian tradition, as Beatrice is associated with the blessed and the one who brings happiness.
Meaning
Voyager, traveler
Language Evolution
Viatrix (Latin), Beatrix (Old French), Beatrice (Italian), Leatrice (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Leatrice emerged in the early 20th century as a creative blend of the popular name Beatrice, gaining some popularity in the United States particularly during the 1920s.
Variants & Derivatives
Lea, Lea Ann, Leatrice
Modern Popularity & Image
Leatrice is considered an uncommon name today, often perceived as vintage or classic, evoking a sense of elegance and uniqueness.
Famous People
Leatrice Eiseman - a color expert and author, Leatrice McKee - an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leatrice"
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 "Leatrice"
"Leatrice" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 709th of 9107 | 1,881 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 657th of 9204 | 2,133 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1389th of 12526 | 1,060 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2411th of 19264 | 524 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5414th of 27321 | 247 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25599th of 35406 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Leatrice" 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 "Leatrice" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
37.01% 524th/1416 |
35.75% 493rd/1379 |
27.43% 649th/2366 |
42.03% 480th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
42.88% 663rd/1546 |
32.20% 501st/1556 |
29.62% 697th/2353 |
40.14% 621st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
67.22% 1497th/2227 |
55.76% 1355th/2430 |
50.12% 1430th/2853 |
60.32% 1674th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
70.58% 2483rd/3518 |
81.80% 3308th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leatrice"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leatrice" 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.