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Lataysha

luh-TAY-shuh · Of uncertain meaning; likely a modern coinage combining elements from names like Latisha or Tasha.

Peak popularity
1996
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Lataysha since 1976

Babies named Lataysha per year in U.S. Social Security records.

369198020002020Most births 1992Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s11
1980s10
1990s44
2000s44
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Lataysha is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, reflecting the creative naming trends of the late 20th century. Though it never entered the top 1000 nationally, it saw its highest recorded usage in 1996, with 28 births. The 1990s decade was its most popular period, but usage has since declined and remained stable at a low level. Its top states are not available, but typical geographic distribution likely mirrors other invented names of the era. The name's formation follows a pattern of blending established name sounds and the fashionable -isha suffix, making it a distinct choice without ancient lineage.

Lataysha is a modern creation, likely emerging in the United States during the 1970s. It blends phonetic elements from names such as Latisha (itself a variant of Letitia) and the popular -isha suffix, possibly influenced by Tasha or Aisha. It is a distinctive example of contemporary name invention rather than a name with ancient roots.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Taysha, Lala, Tay

Variants: Latisha, Latayshia, Lateysha

Sibling names for Lataysha

Names that share Lataysha's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lataysha mean?
Lataysha has no definitive meaning; it is a modern invented name combining elements from names like Latisha and Tasha.
How popular is the name Lataysha currently?
Lataysha has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It peaked in usage in 1996 with 28 births.
Is Lataysha a girl's name?
Yes, Lataysha is almost exclusively used for girls.