Holding steady.
Popularity of Letricia since 1939
Babies named Letricia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1965, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Letricia's real moment was 1979.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 64 |
| 1960s | 146 |
| 1970s | 166 |
| 1980s | 92 |
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Letricia is a rare American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1939. Its peak year of usage was 1979, after which it settled into stable, very low frequency. The name never ranked among the top 1000 names in any year, consistent with its status as a creative blend of Letitia and Patricia. Similar names like Letisha, Latricia, and Leticia share its melodic -tricia ending. Families drawn to Letricia often appreciate its feminine sound and connection to two classic names, though its rarity ensures uniqueness.
Letricia is most likely a modern American coinage blending elements of names like Patricia and Letitia. Letitia comes from the Latin 'laetitia' (joy), while Patricia derives from the Latin 'patricius' (nobleman). The name appears to have emerged in the early 20th century, gaining modest use in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Letty, Tricia, Trish
Sibling names for Letricia
Names that share Letricia's style, for a brother or sister.
