Latavia
Latavia is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix 'La-' and Tavia, meaning 'eighth' from Latin Octavia.
Origin and history
Latavia is a modern American name created by combining the popular prefix 'La-' with the name Tavia, a diminutive of Octavia. The name gained heightened visibility in the late 1990s through pop culture. In the United States, it peaked in usage during the late 20th century and remains a distinctive choice today.
Popularity in the United States
2,333 babies in the United States have been named Latavia since 1880. It ranks #3647 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2085.
States where it is most popular
- FL (22.5 %)
- TX (18.3 %)
- IL (12 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- GA (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 132 |
| 1980-1990 | 613 |
| 1990-2000 | 630 |
| 2000-2010 | 816 |
| 2010-2019 | 126 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Famous people named Latavia
- LaTavia Roberson: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Tavia, Tay, Tee
Fun facts
- The core element Tavia is derived from Octavia, which historically signified the eighth-born child.
- The name reached its highest peak in U.S. popularity in the late 1990s, influenced by contemporary music group members.