Declining since 1985, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Latrice since 1954
Babies named Latrice per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 45 |
| 1960s | 681 |
| 1970s | 2,963 |
| 1980s | 3,384 |
| 1990s | 1,483 |
| 2000s | 401 |
| 2010s | 158 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Latrice is a modern American name that emerged in the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1954. It belongs to a creative naming tradition that blends the popular 'La-' prefix with established names like Trice. The name experienced its peak in 1979, fitting into the broader trend of inventive names in the 1970s. Since 1985, its usage has been falling, and in 2025 it ranked 14,942 with a frequency of 1 in 321,453 births. While its etymology is uncertain, Latrice remains a distinctive choice with a melodic sound.
Latrice is a modern American coinage, likely formed by adding the fashionable 'La-' prefix to the name Trice, which itself is a short form of Patrice. It gained usage in the mid-20th century, particularly among African American families. The name may also be influenced by Letitia, from Latin 'laetitia' meaning 'joy', though this connection is speculative.
Where Latrice is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Trice, Lala, Trece
Variants: LaTrice, La Trece
Sibling names for Latrice
Names that share Latrice's style, for a brother or sister.
