MallowbyNames

Latitia

luh-TISH-uh · Joy, gladness.

Peak popularity
1971
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Latitia since 1953

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

1020301960198020002020Most births 1971Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s18
1960s97
1970s215
1980s128
1990s32
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Latitia is a rare Latin-derived name meaning "joy," first recorded in the United States in 1953. It saw its greatest popularity in the early 1970s, with the peak year being 1971, but it has never entered the top 1000 rankings. The name belongs to a stable trajectory in recent decades, with very few annual registrations. As a variant of Laetitia and Letitia, it offers a less common alternative that retains a classic, elegant feel. Though not tied to any specific state, its usage is scattered across the country.

Latitia is a variant of Laetitia, derived from Latin laetitia meaning "joy" or "gladness." The name was used in early Christianity, notably by a 4th-century saint, and later gained some popularity in English-speaking countries in the 20th century as a less common alternative to Letitia.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tish, Tisha, Letty

Variants: Laetitia, Letitia, Leticia

Sibling names for Latitia

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Latitia mean?
Latitia means "joy" or "gladness," derived from the Latin word laetitia.
How popular is the name Latitia?
Latitia has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak year was 1971, and its usage has been stable at very low levels since then.
Is Latitia a boy or girl name?
Latitia is almost exclusively used for girls.