Lotoya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloh-TOY-uh / loʊˈtɔɪəAfrican American; English
Meaning
Derived from the name Latoya, which is believed to mean 'victory' or 'the one who is victorious'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Lotoya is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the 20th century. It is often associated with African American culture and has roots in the name Latoya. The name gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, reflecting a trend of unique and creative names during that period.
Trend Summary
Lotoya has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., particularly during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Latoya
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lotoya was first seen in the United States in 1971. Lotoya has ranked as high as #1074 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Lotoya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lotoya (1986)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 43 |
| 1982 | 41 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 6 |