Latreshia
A feminine name likely derived from the French phrase "la fraîche" meaning "the fresh one".
Name Census estimates that about 57 living Americans carry the first name Latreshia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Latreshia today is around 42 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latreshia births was 1978 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latreshia. 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 Latreshia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
57
~ 1 in 6,013,234 Americans
Peak year
1978
8 babies that year
Average age
42
years old
1991 SSA rank
#14,382
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Latreshia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Latreshia from the 1970s through to the 1990s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 36 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Latreshia 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 Latreshia 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 Latreshia
The name Latreshia is a modern American invention that appears to have no direct linguistic or cultural roots. It likely emerged in the late 20th century as a creative combination of syllables and sounds that resonated with certain parents seeking a unique name for their child.
While the origins of the name are obscure, it bears some resemblance to the Latin word "latres," meaning "barker" or "howler." However, this is likely coincidental, as there is no evidence to suggest a direct derivation from Latin.
Historically, there are no recorded instances of the name Latreshia in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. The earliest documented examples of the name appear to be from the late 20th century in the United States.
Due to its relatively recent coinage, there are few notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Latreshia. However, a handful of individuals have gained recognition in various fields:
1. Latreshia Lilly (born 1986) is an American singer and songwriter, best known for her work in the R&B and soul genres.
2. Latreshia Jones (born 1978) is a former basketball player who played in the WNBA for several teams, including the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury.
3. Latreshia Pearson (born 1982) is an American entrepreneur and business executive, currently serving as the CEO of a successful technology startup.
4. Latreshia Williams (born 1990) is a former track and field athlete who represented the United States in several international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
5. Latreshia Davis (born 1975) is an American author and poet, known for her critically acclaimed collection of poems exploring themes of identity and social justice.
While the name Latreshia may lack an extensive historical lineage, it has gained a foothold in modern American culture, with a growing number of individuals embracing its unique sound and character.
People
Latreshia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Latreshia 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
Latreshia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latreshia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 57 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latreshia 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 6,013,234 US residents.
Is Latreshia a common name?
We classify Latreshia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 56.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 61 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latreshia most popular?
The single biggest year for Latreshia was 1978, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latreshia is about 42 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Latreshia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latreshia 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.