Leta Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-tah / ˈliːtəLatin; Slavic
Meaning
Latin: joyful; Slavic: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Leta has roots in Latin, where it is associated with joy and happiness. In Slavic cultures, it is linked to the concept of light. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a sense of positivity and brightness. It remains relatively uncommon but has a classic feel that appeals to some parents today.
Trend Summary
Leta has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low but steady presence in baby name registries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leta
- Letae
International Variants
- Leta (Slavic)
- Leta (Latin)
Famous people named Leta
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Fictional characters named Leta
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leta was first seen in the United States in 1880. Leta has ranked as high as #650 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Missouri, Illinois, California, and Kansas. In the past 5 years the name Leta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leta (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 18 |
| 1881 | 21 |
| 1882 | 15 |
| 1883 | 25 |
| 1884 | 22 |
| 1885 | 32 |
| 1886 | 24 |
| 1887 | 32 |
| 1888 | 41 |
| 1889 | 59 |
| 1890 | 63 |
| 1891 | 45 |
| 1892 | 56 |
| 1893 | 55 |
| 1894 | 65 |
| 1895 | 73 |
| 1896 | 76 |
| 1897 | 78 |
| 1898 | 95 |
| 1899 | 60 |
| 1900 | 93 |
| 1901 | 74 |
| 1902 | 82 |
| 1903 | 83 |
| 1904 | 86 |
| 1905 | 98 |
| 1906 | 81 |
| 1907 | 87 |
| 1908 | 83 |
| 1909 | 96 |
| 1910 | 97 |
| 1911 | 98 |
| 1912 | 130 |
| 1913 | 130 |
| 1914 | 153 |
| 1915 | 224 |
| 1916 | 219 |
| 1917 | 196 |
| 1918 | 233 |
| 1919 | 183 |
| 1920 | 225 |
| 1921 | 206 |
| 1922 | 200 |
| 1923 | 204 |
| 1924 | 183 |
| 1925 | 195 |
| 1926 | 225 |
| 1927 | 229 |
| 1928 | 214 |
| 1929 | 191 |
| 1930 | 213 |
| 1931 | 162 |
| 1932 | 159 |
| 1933 | 167 |
| 1934 | 169 |
| 1935 | 150 |
| 1936 | 154 |
| 1937 | 125 |
| 1938 | 146 |
| 1939 | 142 |
| 1940 | 134 |
| 1941 | 139 |
| 1942 | 112 |
| 1943 | 133 |
| 1944 | 135 |
| 1945 | 104 |
| 1946 | 120 |
| 1947 | 153 |
| 1948 | 132 |
| 1949 | 170 |
| 1950 | 137 |
| 1951 | 142 |
| 1952 | 162 |
| 1953 | 170 |
| 1954 | 183 |
| 1955 | 142 |
| 1956 | 136 |
| 1957 | 136 |
| 1958 | 119 |
| 1959 | 112 |
| 1960 | 136 |
| 1961 | 129 |
| 1962 | 100 |
| 1963 | 90 |
| 1964 | 87 |
| 1965 | 65 |
| 1966 | 64 |
| 1967 | 65 |
| 1968 | 65 |
| 1969 | 63 |
| 1970 | 50 |
| 1971 | 50 |
| 1972 | 42 |
| 1973 | 49 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 11 |