Latisa
A feminine name possibly derived from Latin meaning "joy" or "happiness".
Name Census estimates that about 487 living Americans carry the first name Latisa. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Latisa today is around 48 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latisa births was 1973 (36 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latisa. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
487
~ 1 in 703,808 Americans
Peak year
1973
36 babies that year
Average age
48
years old
1994 SSA rank
#14,699
Tracked since 1964
Popularity
Latisa: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Latisa from the 1960s through to the 1990s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 262 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Latisa by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Latisa during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Latisas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. Illinois, New York, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Latisa, while Texas, North Carolina, New York recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 7 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Latisa
The name Latisa has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500 BC. It is derived from the Sumerian word "latisu," meaning "to shine" or "to radiate." This suggests that the name was originally given to individuals who were perceived as having a bright or radiant presence.
In the early days of Sumerian civilization, names held great significance and were often chosen to reflect the desired qualities or traits of the individual. Latisa, with its association with light and radiance, may have been bestowed upon those who were deemed to possess a particularly luminous spirit or personality.
The earliest recorded use of the name Latisa can be found in ancient Sumerian cuneiform tablets dating back to the third millennium BC. These tablets served as historical records, documenting the names of individuals involved in various aspects of daily life, such as trade, agriculture, and religious ceremonies.
One of the earliest notable figures to bear the name Latisa was a high priestess of the goddess Inanna, who lived during the reign of the Sumerian king Shulgi (2094-2047 BC). Her name is etched on a clay tablet that details her role in overseeing religious rituals and offerings to the goddess.
Another historical figure named Latisa was a scribe who lived during the reign of the Babylonian king Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC). She is mentioned in several clay tablets as being responsible for transcribing legal codes and decrees issued by the king.
In the ancient Persian Empire, around the 6th century BC, there was a prominent artist named Latisa who was renowned for her intricate tapestry work. Her creations were highly sought after by the nobility and adorned the walls of palaces and temples throughout the region.
During the Hellenistic period (323-30 BC), a philosopher named Latisa gained recognition for her teachings on the nature of light and its metaphysical properties. She is believed to have had a significant influence on the development of early Greek philosophy.
In the 2nd century AD, a Roman poet named Latisa gained acclaim for her lyrical compositions that celebrated the beauty of nature and the changing seasons. Her works were widely read and appreciated among the literary circles of ancient Rome.
These historical examples demonstrate the enduring presence of the name Latisa across various cultures and time periods, each individual leaving a lasting impact in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human history.
People
Latisa + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Latisa as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Latisa: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latisa?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 487 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latisa going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 703,808 US residents.
Is Latisa a common name?
We classify Latisa as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 535 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latisa most popular?
The single biggest year for Latisa was 1973, when 36 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latisa is about 48 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Latisa a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latisa in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.