Holding steady.
Popularity of Latyra since 1977
Babies named Latyra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 8 |
| 1980s | 73 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Latyra is a rare modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977. It reached its peak in 1994, when it was given to a small number of girls, but has never cracked the top 1000 names. The name has no recorded top states, underscoring its scattered, low-frequency use. With no clear etymology or historical roots, Latyra stands as a purely creative naming choice, part of a broader trend of La- prefixed names that flourished in the late 20th century. Its trajectory remains stable, with very few annual occurrences, making it a distinctive option for parents seeking a name that is genuinely uncommon.
Latyra first appears in U.S. records in 1977, with no clear antecedent in older naming traditions. It may be a creative variation of names like Latoya, Latisha, or Tyra, following the pattern of La- prefixed names popular in the late 20th century. The name has never charted in the top 1000, remaining a rare and idiosyncratic choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tyra, Lati
Sibling names for Latyra
Names that share Latyra's style, for a brother or sister.
