Latisha
African American · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Latisha
Latisha is a modern American name created by blending "La-" (a prefix popular in African American naming traditions) with "Tisha," a diminutive of Letitia, which derives from the Latin "laetitia" meaning "joy" or "gladness." The name is predominantly used in African American communities and gained popularity during the late 20th century as part of a broader trend of creative naming practices that combined prefixes with existing names.
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Etymology
Latisha is a modern American name created by blending "La-" (a prefix popular in African American naming traditions) with "Tisha," a diminutive of Letitia, which derives from the Latin "laetitia" meaning "joy" or "gladness." The name is predominantly used in African American communities and gained popularity during the late 20th century as part of a broader trend of creative naming practices that combined prefixes with existing names.
Latisha currently ranks #12,875 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1979.
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