Latasha Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlah-TAH-sha / lɑːˈtɑːʃəAfrican American; English
Meaning
Combination of La- prefix with Tasha, often associated with 'birthday' or 'born on a Sunday' (from Natasha)
Historical & Cultural Background
Latasha is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the 20th century. It is often considered a blend of the name Tasha, which is a diminutive of Natasha. The name gained popularity particularly among African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by combining elements from existing names.
Trend Summary
Latasha saw peak popularity in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Latashia
- Latasha
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Latasha was first seen in the United States in 1974. Latasha has ranked as high as #1070 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Latasha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Latasha (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 12 |