Holding steady.
Popularity of Laterica since 1976
Babies named Laterica per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 97 |
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laterica is a rare, modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976 and reached its peak usage in 1988. Like many names from this era, it follows a pattern seen in African American naming traditions, combining the La- prefix with a melodic suffix to create a distinctive sound. The name has never entered the top 1000 and its trajectory has been stable, with extremely low usage continuing through 2025. No top states are recorded, reflecting its scattered appearances. Laterica exemplifies how parents in the late 20th century created new names by mixing familiar phonetic elements, giving the name a unique identity without a long historical or etymological background.
Laterica is a name that first appeared in the United States in the late 20th century, specifically in the 1970s. It fits a pattern of invented names that blend phonetic elements common in African American naming traditions, such as the prefix La- and the suffix -ica. Its usage peaked in the 1980s but has since remained at very low frequency, with no significant cultural or historical roots.
Sibling names for Laterica
Names that share Laterica's style, for a brother or sister.
