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Laticha

lah-TEE-shuh · Of uncertain origin; perhaps a modern invented name or variant of Latisha.

Peak popularity
1977
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Laticha since 1971

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

81624198020002020Most births 1977Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s98
1980s42
1990s6
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Laticha is a modern American name that first appeared in the early 1970s, a period when many invented La- names gained popularity. Its first recorded year was 1971, and it peaked in 1977, reflecting trends of that era. The name never entered the top 1000 and has remained stable in usage, with very few births in recent decades. While it has no traditional etymology, it fits a pattern of feminine coinages formed from a prefix and a fashionable ending. Despite its rarity, Laticha offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique name with a 1970s feel.

Laticha first appeared in U.S. birth records in the early 1970s, likely as a modern coined name combining the popular prefix La- with the suffix -ticha, influenced by names like Latisha and Tisha. Its meaning is not historically established, and it does not derive from a known language or source. The name saw modest use in the 1970s and has since become rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ticha, Lati, Tish

Variants: Latisha, Letitia, LaTisha

Sibling names for Laticha

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Laticha mean?
The meaning of Laticha is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name without a specific definition.
Is Laticha currently a popular name?
Laticha is not currently popular. Its peak usage was in 1977, and it has not ranked in recent years. As of 2025, it is very rare.
Is Laticha a boy's or girl's name?
Laticha is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.