Find out how popular the first name Laquetta has been for the last 23 years (from 1974 to 1996) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Laquetta by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Laquetta is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1996, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Laquetta.

The history of the first name Laquetta

Laquetta is a feminine given name that originated in the United States during the mid-20th century. It is believed to be a combination of two French words: "la" meaning "the" and "quête" meaning "quest" or "search". The name may have been created to convey the idea of a woman on a journey or quest.

While the name is relatively modern, it may have been inspired by older French words or names. The French word "quête" can be traced back to the Old French "queste" and the Latin "quaestus", meaning "gain" or "acquisition". There are also some similarities to the French name "Colette", derived from the Late Latin name "Nicoletta".

The earliest recorded use of the name Laquetta is believed to be in the United States in the early 1900s. However, it did not become more widely used until the mid-20th century, particularly in African American communities.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Laquetta was Laquetta Monique, an American actress born in 1942. She appeared in various television shows and films in the 1970s and 1980s, including "Good Times" and "The Jeffersons".

Another individual with the name was Laquetta Dyer (1950-2017), an American politician and community activist from Detroit, Michigan. She served on the Detroit City Council and was known for her efforts to improve education and community development.

Laquetta Walker (1925-2004) was an African American writer and educator from Texas. She published several works of poetry and fiction, including the novel "Jubilee" in 1966, which explored the experiences of Black Americans during the Civil War era.

Laquetta Sharnee (born 1981) is a contemporary American singer and songwriter. She has released several albums and is known for her blend of R&B, pop, and gospel music.

Laquetta Calhoun (born 1989) is an American professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA and overseas leagues. She was a standout player at the University of Arkansas before being drafted by the Connecticut Sun in 2011.

While the name Laquetta is not as common as some other names, it has been used throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, particularly within African American communities. Its unique combination of French and American influences has given it a distinctive and meaningful origin.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Laquetta was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Laquetta, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!