Latoshia
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of Latin and Ancient Greek elements.
Name Census estimates that about 975 living Americans carry the first name Latoshia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Latoshia today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latoshia births was 1978 (90 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latoshia. 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
975
~ 1 in 351,543 Americans
Peak year
1978
90 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
1996 SSA rank
#14,789
Tracked since 1965
Popularity
Latoshia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Latoshia 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 561 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
Latoshia 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 Latoshia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Latoshias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 15 states and territories. Texas, Georgia, Florida recorded the most babies named Latoshia, while Ohio, New York, Indiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 21 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Latoshia
Latoshia is a feminine given name of uncertain origin, with various theories proposed about its roots and etymology. One theory suggests that it is a modern variation of the name Latosha, which itself may be a combination of the French name Latosha and the English name Tasha, a diminutive form of Natasha.
Another theory traces the name's roots to African languages, particularly those spoken in West Africa. It is believed that the name may have originated from the Yoruba word "lato," meaning "wealth" or "riches," combined with the suffix "-shia," which is a common ending in many African names.
The earliest recorded use of the name Latoshia dates back to the late 20th century, although its exact origins remain shrouded in mystery. It gained popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities, as a unique and distinctive name for baby girls.
While there are no known historical references to the name Latoshia in ancient texts or religious scriptures, a few notable individuals have borne this name throughout history. One such person is Latoshia Norwood, an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the early 2000s. Another individual with this name is Latoshia Daniels, an American actress and playwright known for her work in films and television shows.
Another notable figure with the name Latoshia is Latoshia Bethea, an American basketball player who played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and represented the United States in international competitions. Additionally, Latoshia Farris is an American track and field athlete who specialized in the long jump and triple jump events, competing in various national and international competitions.
Lastly, Latoshia Key is an American entrepreneur and business leader who founded and serves as the CEO of a successful consulting firm. She has been recognized for her contributions to the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the corporate world.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Latoshia throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and disciplines.
People
Latoshia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Latoshia 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
Latoshia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latoshia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 975 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latoshia 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 351,543 US residents.
Is Latoshia a common name?
We classify Latoshia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,057 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latoshia most popular?
The single biggest year for Latoshia was 1978, when 90 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latoshia is about 46 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Latoshia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latoshia 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.