Lata Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationLAH-tah / ˈlɑː.tə

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Sanskrit: 'lata' means 'creeper' or 'vine'; Hindi: 'lata' refers to a 'musical note'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Lata has roots in Sanskrit, where it is often associated with nature and beauty. In Indian culture, it is also linked to music, particularly through the famous playback singer Lata Mangeshkar. The name is commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. It reflects a connection to both the natural world and artistic expression.

Trend Summary

The name Lata has seen moderate popularity in India, particularly in the context of cultural and musical significance.

Similar Names

LinaLanaLaraLeilaLitaLiya

Variants

  • Latah
  • Latta

International Variants

  • Lata (Hindi)
  • Lata (Sanskrit)

Famous people named Lata

Lata Mangeshkar was an iconic Indian playback singer known for her contributions to Indian cinema.

Lata Bhattacharjee is a notable Indian politician who has served in various capacities.

Lata Sabharwal is an Indian television actress recognized for her roles in popular TV series.

Lata Narayan is a prominent Indian author known for her works in contemporary literature.

Fictional characters named Lata

Lata is a character in the novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' by Kiran Desai, representing the complexities of immigrant life.

Lata is a character in the film 'Lata Mangeshkar: The Voice of India', depicting the life of the famous singer.

Sibling Suggestions

LilaMayaNinaRiyaTaraSita

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lata was first seen in the United States in 1973. Lata has ranked as high as #1068 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lata has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lata

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
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