Letitia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Letitia is a name of Latin origin that means 'joy' or 'happiness.' It evolved from Latin through Old French into its current forms. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 18th century and is still appreciated today for its elegance.
The name Letitia is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Letitia 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, 'Letitia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 866th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 883rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 793rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 657th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1643rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11557th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18924th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Letitia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Letitia"
Pronunciation
/lɛˈtɪʃə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Letitia is derived from the Latin word 'laetitia,' which means 'joy' or 'happiness.' It was used in the Roman Empire and has been popular in various forms throughout history.
Meaning
joy, happiness
Language Evolution
Letitia (Latin), Letice (Old French), Leticia (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Letitia gained popularity during the 18th century, particularly in England, as a feminine name associated with joy and celebration. It was often used in literary works and among the aristocracy.
Variants & Derivatives
Leticia, Tish, Tisha
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Letitia is viewed as a classic name with a sophisticated yet cheerful connotation. It is less common than it once was but is appreciated for its elegance.
Famous People
Letitia James, American politician, Letitia Wright, British actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Letitia"
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 "Letitia"
"Letitia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 866th of 9107 | 1,227 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 883rd of 9204 | 1,226 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 793rd of 12526 | 2,950 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 657th of 19264 | 3,955 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1643rd of 27321 | 1,357 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11557th of 35406 | 126 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18924th of 30306 | 30 |
Regional Popularity of "Letitia" 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 "Letitia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
77.19% 1093rd/1416 |
37.49% 517th/1379 |
80.39% 1902nd/2366 |
76.53% 874th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
52.78% 816th/1546 |
35.86% 558th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
77.31% 1196th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.43% 789th/2227 |
28.89% 702nd/2430 |
26.36% 752nd/2853 |
29.62% 822nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.22% 682nd/2937 |
20.01% 697th/3483 |
14.75% 519th/3518 |
22.55% 912th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
54.46% 2007th/3685 |
34.84% 1559th/4475 |
28.24% 1467th/5194 |
43.34% 2738th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Letitia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Letitia" 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.