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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gladness, joy
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- lə-TISH-ə
Letitia is a Latin name meaning gladness, joy. It's a name with a long history in American records, appearing in the Social Security Administration's data every year from 1880 through 2024. If you're drawn to a name with a clear, positive meaning rooted in Latin, Letitia fits that bill.
Meaning & Origin of Letitia
Meaning: Gladness, joy.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Letitia
lə-TISH-əIPA /ləˈtɪʃə/
Popularity of Letitia
Letitia reached its peak popularity in 1880, when it ranked #346 with 22 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #12852, with only 7 babies recorded.
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FAQ
What does the name Letitia mean?
Gladness, joy. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Letitia?
Letitia is pronounced lə-TISH-ə (IPA: /ləˈtɪʃə/).
Is Letitia a popular name right now?
Letitia peaked at #346 in 1880 and is ranked #12852 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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