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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gladness, joy
- Origin
- Latin (medieval English vernacular form)
- Pronunciation
- LET-is
Lettice is a Latin-rooted name that came into medieval English as a vernacular form, and it means "gladness, joy." It's pronounced LET-is, so it sounds familiar even if the spelling is not. If you want a name with an old-world feel and a happy meaning, this one carries both.
Meaning & Origin of Lettice
Meaning: Gladness, joy.
Origin: Latin (medieval English vernacular form).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Lettice
LET-isIPA /ˈlɛtɪs/
Popularity of Lettice
Lettice does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Lettice mean?
Gladness, joy. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lettice?
Lettice is pronounced LET-is (IPA: /ˈlɛtɪs/).
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