Letha
Letha is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Truth or forgetfulness.
Origin and history
Letha is a feminine given name of Greek origin, often derived as a shortened form of Aletha or Lethia, related to the concept of truth or forgetfulness (Lethe). Popular in the early 20th century in the United States, its usage has declined significantly in modern times. Today, it is regarded as a rare, vintage name with classical roots.
Popularity in the United States
19,137 babies in the United States have been named Letha since 1880. It ranks #1095 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.6 %)
- NC (8.2 %)
- OK (7.7 %)
- MO (6.2 %)
- AR (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 433 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,150 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,721 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,610 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,767 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,344 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,740 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,662 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,511 |
| 1970-1980 | 671 |
| 1980-1990 | 300 |
| 1990-2000 | 126 |
| 2000-2010 | 46 |
| 2010-2019 | 51 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Letha
- Letha Weapon: Professional Wrestler
Fun facts
- The name is closely associated with Lethe, the river of forgetfulness in classical Greek mythology.
- Letha enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.