Latana

“A beloved name with deep roots”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1971US 2023

229Births / yr

→Stable

79All-time births

📅 Since 196400

How to pronounce Latana

LAH·TAH·nuh

/ˈlɑ.ˈtɑ.nə/ · stress on LAH · 3 syllables

“A beloved name with deep roots”

English origin · Girl name

What does Latana mean and where does it come from?

Latana is a modern name that does not have widespread recognition or documented origins in traditional name databases. It may be an adaptation of names like 'Latanya', which is a variant of 'Latanya' or 'LaTanya'. This name is often used within the African American community and might symbolize beau

Cultural significance

Latana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #5882 in 1976 — currently #1971 in the US.

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How else can you spell Latana?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Lotanna

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Latana?

Latana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Latana Grace

How popular is Latana right now?

Holding steady — currently #1971 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1971 · Top 1.5%

1970

1975

1980

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1971	229	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2022	#1976	209	▲ up 5 · +17% births
2021	#1981	179	▲ up 11546 · +3480% births
1990	#13527	5	▼ down 2490
1980	#11037	5	▼ down 1303
1975	#9734	5	▼ down 960
1970	#8774	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Latana

Best Year2023Rank #1971

Peak Count229

Average Rank#7000

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20237 years

The story of Latana

Latana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1964. With 79 total births recorded, Latana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8774 in 1970 to #1971 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Latana in 1976:

Jennifer Amy Melissa Heather Angela

Latana by decade

Latana peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	6
1970s ★	53
1980s	15
1990s	5

💎Latana has only 79 total recorded births since 1964 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Latana?

Common

LatLatieLatyAna

What names sound and feel like Latana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Latana also consider these

Latwana

USA · English

Ladana

American · A beloved name

Layana

American · A variant of

Lahana

American · Hawaiian

Latiana

American · A modern blend

Lawana

American · Possibly derived from

Lalana

Sanskrit · One who is

Latayna

American · A modern invented

Common questions about the name Latana

What does the name Latana mean?

Latana means "A beloved name with deep roots" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Latana?

Latana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Latana?

Latana originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Latana?

Latana is a three-syllable name pronounced L AA1 T AA1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Latana?

Latana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.