Holding steady.
Popularity of Latressa since 1960
Babies named Latressa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 139 |
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Latressa is a distinctly American name that first appeared in 1960, reflecting the trend of La- prefixed coinages popularized in African American communities during the mid-20th century. Despite its niche usage, the name saw its highest number of births in 1979, after which it maintained a stable but very low frequency. The name has never entered the top 1,000 names, making it a rare and distinctive choice. Its trajectory has been flat since the 1970s, with no revival in recent decades. While no top states are associated, its style aligns most closely with other creative modern names of the era, such as Latoya and LaTasha.
Latressa appears to be a modern American name, first recorded in 1960. It follows the pattern of La- prefixed names (e.g., Latoya, Latasha) that emerged in the mid-20th century, possibly blending 'La' with a name like Tressa or an elaboration of Patricia. The name never entered widespread use, peaking modestly in 1979.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tressa, Tress, Lala
Sibling names for Latressa
Names that share Latressa's style, for a brother or sister.
