Leta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leta is a name of Latin origin meaning 'joyful' or 'glad.' It evolved from the Latin word 'lætus' and is connected to the name Letitia. The name reflects traits of happiness and positivity. It has no direct biblical relevance. Historically, it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and today it is viewed as a unique and elegant choice.
The name Leta is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Leta 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, 'Leta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 442nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 565th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 861st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1847th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4333rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8897th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8012th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leta"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Leta is derived from the Latin word 'lætus,' which means 'glad' or 'joyful.' It may also have connections to the name Letitia, which has similar meanings.
Meaning
joyful, glad
Language Evolution
Leta, Lætus, Letitia
Historical Usage
The name Leta has seen various levels of popularity, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with positive connotations of happiness.
Variants & Derivatives
Letitia, Lettie, Leta-Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leta is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Leta Powell Drake - an American television personality and artist., Leta Boswell - a notable figure in the field of education.
Explore More Leta Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leta"
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 "Leta"
"Leta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 442nd of 9107 | 4,100 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 565th of 9204 | 2,749 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 861st of 12526 | 2,556 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1847th of 19264 | 789 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4333rd of 27321 | 339 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8897th of 35406 | 189 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8012th of 30306 | 164 |
Regional Popularity of "Leta" 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 "Leta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
24.58% 348th/1416 |
50.62% 698th/1379 |
20.08% 475th/2366 |
48.60% 555th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
32.54% 503rd/1546 |
60.48% 941st/1556 |
21.50% 506th/2353 |
36.52% 565th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
37.54% 836th/2227 |
57.12% 1388th/2430 |
28.46% 812th/2853 |
29.44% 817th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
56.48% 1987th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leta" 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.