What does Letricia mean and where does it come from?
Letricia is a variation of the name Leticia, which has origins in Spanish and means 'joyful' or 'happy'. The name embodies positivity and cheerfulness. While Letricia is less common than Leticia, it reflects a trend of creating unique spellings of traditional names. It has been adopted in various cu
Cultural significance
Letricia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of joyful, happy.
Peak popularity
Reached #2720 in 1965 — currently #1819 in the US.
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Letricia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Letricia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Letricia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Letricia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Letricia Claire
French influence · crisp
Letricia Jane
Literary · strong
Letricia Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Letricia right now?
Holding steady — currently #1819 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #1819 | 381 | ▲ up 5 · +6% births |
| 2022 | #1824 | 361 | ▲ up 5 · +9% births |
| 2021 | #1829 | 331 | ▲ up 9819 · +5417% births |
| 1990 | #11648 | 6 | ▼ down 3912 · -25% births |
| 1985 | #7736 | 8 | ▼ down 2085 · -33% births |
| 1980 | #5651 | 12 | ▼ down 1813 · -29% births |
| 1975 | #3838 | 17 | ▼ down 570 · -15% births |
| 1970 | #3268 | 20 | ▼ down 548 · -5% births |
| 1965 | #2720 | 21 | ▲ up 899 · +62% births |
| 1960 | #3619 | 13 | ▲ up 648 · +44% births |
| 1955 | #4267 | 9 | ▲ up 164 · +50% births |
| 1945 | #4431 | 6 | ▲ up 521 · +20% births |
| 1940 | #4952 | 5 | — |
The story of Letricia
Letricia entered American naming records in 1939 and has been in use for over 85 years. With 505 total births recorded, Letricia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4952 in 1940 to #1819 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Letricia in 1965:
Letricia by decade
Letricia peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1930s | 5 | |
| 1940s | 18 | |
| 1950s | 64 | |
| 1960s | 146 | |
| 1970s ★ | 166 | |
| 1980s | 92 | |
| 1990s | 14 | |
💎Letricia has only 505 total recorded births since 1939 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Letricia?
What names sound and feel like Letricia?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Letricia also consider these
Common questions about the name Letricia
What does the name Letricia mean?
Letricia means "Joyful, happy" — 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 Letricia?
Letricia 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 Letricia?
Letricia 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 Letricia?
Letricia is a four-syllable name pronounced L EH1 T R IH1 K IY1 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 Letricia?
Letricia 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.