Holding steady.
Popularity of Latha since 1898
Babies named Latha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1930, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Latha's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 47 |
| 1920s | 69 |
| 1930s | 32 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Latha first appeared in U.S. records in 1898, but it has never ranked among the top baby names, reflecting its niche use primarily within Indian-American communities. The name saw its peak usage in 1898, the very year it was first recorded, with a stable trajectory since then. Despite its rarity, Latha carries a gentle, lyrical quality that appeals to families seeking a culturally resonant name. Its top states of use are sparse, indicating that it remains a personal rather than a widespread choice.
Latha is a name of Indian origin, possibly from a Sanskrit root meaning 'soft' or 'gentle'. It may also be a short form of longer names like Lalitha or Kalpana, where -latha appears as a suffix. The name has been used in South India, particularly in Tamil and Telugu communities, though its exact derivation is debated.
Sibling names for Latha
Names that share Latha's style, for a brother or sister.
