Letcher Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEH-chur / /ˈlɛtʃər/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: Keeper of the latch; Scottish: From the latching place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Letcher is derived from the Old English word 'leah', meaning 'woodland clearing'. It has been used as a surname in England and Scotland, often indicating a geographical origin. Over time, it has transitioned into use as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Letcher was first seen in the United States in 1888. Letcher has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Virginia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Letcher has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Letcher (1931)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |