Leticia
Leticia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Joy, gladness, or happiness.
Origin and history
Leticia is derived from the Latin name Laetitia, meaning joy or gladness. It has historically been popular in Spanish, Portuguese, and English-speaking communities. In the United States, it enjoyed peak popularity in the late 20th century and remains a recognizable classical name.
Popularity in the United States
42,984 babies in the United States have been named Leticia since 1880. It ranks #661 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1391.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.2 %)
- TX (32.5 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
- NY (4.7 %)
- AZ (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 19 |
| 1920-1930 | 49 |
| 1930-1940 | 129 |
| 1940-1950 | 352 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,704 |
| 1960-1970 | 8,312 |
| 1970-1980 | 10,156 |
| 1980-1990 | 8,161 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,298 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,503 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,575 |
| 2020-2029 | 726 |
Famous people named Leticia
- Leticia Calderón: Actress
- Leticia Roman: Actress
Nicknames
Lety, Letti, Tish, Tisha
Fun facts
- In ancient Roman mythology, Laetitia was the minor goddess of joy and happiness.
- The name exists in several European spelling variations, including Laetitia in French and Letizia in Italian.