MallowbyNames

Latroya

luh-TROY-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage blending the prefix 'La-' with the name 'Troy' or inspired by the name 'Latoya'.

Peak popularity
1988
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Latroya since 1978

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

101929198020002020Most births 1988Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s20
1980s150
1990s98
2000s10
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Latroya is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1978. It reached its highest usage in 1988, though it never entered the top 1000 in any year. The name follows the stylistic trend of La- prefixed names popularized in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities. Despite its rarity, Latroya reflects the creative naming practices of the era, blending familiar sounds into a distinctive form. Its trajectory has remained stable at very low usage, with no significant revival.

Latroya is a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1978. It likely follows the pattern of names beginning with 'La-', such as Latoya, which became popular in African American communities during the late 20th century. The name may combine the prefix 'La-' with 'Troy', or be a variant of Latoya itself. Its usage peaked in the 1980s but has since declined.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Toya, Lala, Troy

Variants: Latoya, Latoyia, Latroia

Sibling names for Latroya

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Latroya mean?
The meaning of Latroya is uncertain. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly a blend of the prefix 'La-' with 'Troy' or a variant of Latoya.
How popular is the name Latroya?
Latroya has not ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names since data became available. Its peak year was 1988, and it has been consistently rare since then.
Is Latroya a boy or girl name?
Latroya is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.