Holding steady.
Popularity of Letasha since 1972
Babies named Letasha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 97 |
| 1980s | 166 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Letasha is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972. It reached its peak popularity in 1980, reflecting a broader cultural trend of creating distinctive 'La-' and 'Le-' prefixed names during that era. The name combines the fashionable prefix 'Le-' with the suffix '-tasha', likely borrowed from the Russian name Natasha. Since its peak, Letasha's usage has declined steadily, and its trajectory is now stable at very low numbers. It has never been concentrated in any particular U.S. state and remains a rare choice. Despite its relative obscurity, Letasha exemplifies a creative naming pattern that was especially popular in African American communities during the late 20th century.
Letasha is a modern coinage that emerged in the United States, likely formed by blending the fashionable prefix 'Le-' with the suffix '-tasha' derived from the Russian name Natasha, a diminutive of Natalya. It first appeared in records in 1972 as part of a trend of inventive 'La-' and 'Le-' names. The name has no traditional meaning or historical usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Letty, Tasha, Lele
Sibling names for Letasha
Names that share Letasha's style, for a brother or sister.
