Holding steady.
Popularity of Letrice since 1927
Babies named Letrice per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 10 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 60 |
| 1970s | 162 |
| 1980s | 150 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Letrice is a name that experienced modest usage in the United States from the mid-20th century onward, with its peak year in 1980. While it never entered the top 1000, its consistent but low occurrence places it among the rarer choices for girls. The name's exact meaning is debated: it is commonly thought to be a variant of Laetitia, a Latin virtue name meaning 'joy,' or a form of Patricia, with the French-influenced -trice ending. Given its first recorded use in 1927, Letrice likely emerged as a creative respelling of familiar names, gaining some popularity in the following decades. Though it remains uncommon, Letrice carries a distinctive sound and a subtle association with happiness, reflecting its possible Latin roots.
Letrice is a variant or diminutive form of the Latin name Laetitia, meaning 'joy' or 'happiness', which was a common virtue name in early Christian tradition. It may also be influenced by Patricia or Beatrix, with the -trice suffix. The name saw moderate use in English-speaking countries, particularly in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Letty
Sibling names for Letrice
Names that share Letrice's style, for a brother or sister.
