Latarsha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlah-TAR-sha / lɑːˈtɑːrʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
Derived from the name Tarsha, possibly meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Latarsha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a blend of traditional names and contemporary influences. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by modifying existing ones, which has been popular since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Latarsha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tarsha
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Latarsha was first seen in the United States in 1964. Latarsha has ranked as high as #919 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Latarsha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Latarsha (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 33 |
| 1971 | 63 |
| 1972 | 99 |
| 1973 | 157 |
| 1974 | 150 |
| 1975 | 151 |
| 1976 | 171 |
| 1977 | 161 |
| 1978 | 142 |
| 1979 | 130 |
| 1980 | 100 |
| 1981 | 99 |
| 1982 | 89 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 53 |
| 1985 | 47 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 43 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |