Latara Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lah-TAH-rah /lɑːˈtɑːrə/
Origin: English; African
Meaning: English: cheerful; African: unknown
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Latara is believed to have roots in various linguistic traditions, though its exact etymology is less clear compared to more established names. It is thought to be a modern creation, possibly influenced by names from different cultures, including elements from Latin and Arabic.
The suffix '-ara' is reminiscent of names found in many languages, often denoting a feminine form or a connection to beauty and light. The prefix 'Lat-' may evoke associations with Latin, suggesting a connection to the ancient Roman world, although this is speculative and not definitively documented.
Historically, the name Latara does not appear in significant historical texts or records, making it difficult to pinpoint specific milestones associated with its use. Unlike names with biblical or royal significance, such as Mary or Elizabeth, Latara does not have a well-documented lineage in historical literature or religious texts.
Its emergence appears to be more contemporary, likely arising in the 20th century as part of a broader trend of unique and creative name formations. This trend reflects a cultural shift towards individuality in naming practices, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Culturally, names like Latara may carry connotations of strength and uniqueness, resonating with parents seeking distinctive identities for their children. The phonetic structure of the name, with its melodic quality, contributes to its appeal.
While there are no widely recognized diminutive forms of Latara, the name's fluidity allows for various affectionate adaptations, which may arise informally among families and friends. Overall, Latara exemplifies the modern evolution of names, reflecting contemporary values of creativity and personal expression.
Fictional characters named Latara
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Latara is a fictional character from the animated series Ewoks. She is a young Ewok who is adventurous and often seeks to help her friends in their quests.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Latara was first seen in the United States in 1968.
Latara has ranked as high as #997 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, Alabama, Illinois, and North Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Latara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Latara is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Latara was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Latara (1992)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 | |
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Latara.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1988 | 79 |
| 1987 | 154 |
| 1986 | 88 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1984 | 58 |
| 1983 | 57 |
| 1982 | 82 |
| 1981 | 80 |
| 1980 | 40 |
| 1979 | 50 |
| 1978 | 42 |
| 1977 | 49 |
| 1976 | 40 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1968 | 7 |