Latonyia
A feminine name of uncertain origin, perhaps blending African roots.
Name Census estimates that about 96 living Americans carry the first name Latonyia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Latonyia today is around 52 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latonyia births was 1972 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latonyia. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Latonyia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
96
~ 1 in 3,570,358 Americans
Peak year
1972
11 babies that year
Average age
52
years old
1989 SSA rank
#13,558
Tracked since 1966
Popularity
Latonyia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Latonyia from the 1960s through to the 1980s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 68 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
Latonyia 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 Latonyia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Latonyia
The name Latonyia has its origins in the African American community, likely emerging in the late 20th century as a unique and creative variation of the more traditional name Latonia. While the precise etymology is uncertain, it is believed to be a blend of the French name Latonia and the common English suffix "-ia," possibly inspired by names like Tonia or Antonia.
Despite its relatively recent coinage, the name Latonyia has gained a distinct cultural significance within the African American community, often chosen for its melodic sound and distinctive flair. However, records of notable historical figures bearing this name are scarce, as it is a relatively modern creation.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Latonyia can be found in the 1970s, when it began to appear sporadically in birth records across various regions of the United States. This period coincided with a growing embrace of unique and culturally expressive names within the African American community, as parents sought to instill a sense of pride and identity in their children.
While no major historical figures or celebrities from earlier eras have been identified with the name Latonyia, a few contemporary individuals have gained recognition in various fields. For instance, Latonyia Farago, born in 1985, is a former professional basketball player who competed in the WNBA for several seasons.
Another notable bearer of the name is Latonyia Renae Foster, born in 1987, a former track and field athlete who specialized in the heptathlon and represented the United States in international competitions.
Additionally, Latonyia Harris, born in 1984, is a gospel singer and songwriter who has released several albums and gained recognition within the Christian music industry.
While the name Latonyia may be relatively new on the cultural landscape, its growing popularity and unique sound have solidified its place as a distinct and meaningful choice within the African American community, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural expression and identity.
People
Latonyia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Latonyia 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
Latonyia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latonyia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 96 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latonyia 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 3,570,358 US residents.
Is Latonyia a common name?
We classify Latonyia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 64% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 107 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latonyia most popular?
The single biggest year for Latonyia was 1972, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latonyia is about 52 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Latonyia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Latonyia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latonyia 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.
Is Latonyia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Latonyia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Latonyia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Latonyia?
Find out how many Americans are named Latonyia on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.