Letasha

“Letasha is a name with African American origins, popularized in the late 20th century”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1394US 2023

806Births / yr

→Stable

285All-time births

📅 Since 197200

How to pronounce Letasha

LET·AH·shuh

/ˈlɛt.ˈɑ.ʃə/ · stress on LET · 3 syllables

“Letasha is a name with African American origins, popularized in the late 20th century”

American origin · Girl name

What does Letasha mean and where does it come from?

Letasha is a name with African American origins, popularized in the late 20th century. It is believed to be a derivative of the name Latasha, combining elements of 'La' with 'Tasha' which is a common diminutive of names ending in -tasha. It became noted in various pop culture references during the 1

Cultural significance

Letasha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #3203 in 1980 — currently #1394 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Letasha?

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

Letasha Grace

How popular is Letasha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1394 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1394 · Top 1.0%

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1980

1985

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2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1394	806	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1399	786	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1404	756	▲ up 6781 · +7460% births
1990	#8185	10	▼ down 1870 · -9% births
1985	#6315	11	▼ down 3112 · -59% births
1980	#3203	27	▲ up 555 · +50% births
1975	#3758	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Letasha

Best Year2023Rank #1394

Peak Count806

Average Rank#3665

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20237 years

The story of Letasha

Letasha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 285 total births recorded, Letasha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3758 in 1975 to #1394 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Letasha in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

Letasha by decade

Letasha peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	97
1980s ★	166
1990s	22

💎Letasha has only 285 total recorded births since 1972 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Letasha?

Common

LetLetieLetyAsha

What names sound and feel like Letasha?

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

Letarsha

American · Combination of the

Letosha

American · African American Vernacular

Letesha

American · a modern variant

American · one who is

Lemisha

American · African American

Leaisha

American · delicate, precious

Common questions about the name Letasha

What does the name Letasha mean?

Letasha means "English" — a name rooted in American 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 Letasha?

Letasha 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 Letasha?

Letasha originates from American tradition. American 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 Letasha?

Letasha is a three-syllable name pronounced L EH1 T AA1 SH 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 Letasha?

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