Litisha
A feminine name, perhaps influenced by the name Leticia of Latin origin.
Name Census estimates that about 236 living Americans carry the first name Litisha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Litisha today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Litisha births was 1975 (20 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Litisha. 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
236
~ 1 in 1,452,349 Americans
Peak year
1975
20 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
1991 SSA rank
#7,218
Tracked since 1968
Popularity
Litisha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Litisha 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 123 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
Litisha 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 Litisha 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 Litisha
The given name Litisha has its origins in the ancient Mesopotamian region, now known as modern-day Iraq. It can be traced back to the Sumerian language, one of the earliest known written languages dating back to around 3500 BCE. The name is believed to be derived from the Sumerian words "li" meaning "to be" and "tish" meaning "bright" or "radiant."
Litisha was initially associated with the Sumerian goddess of fertility and childbirth, Inanna. In ancient Sumerian texts, the name is mentioned in connection with rituals and ceremonies dedicated to this deity. As the Sumerian culture influenced neighboring civilizations, the name's usage spread to other regions of Mesopotamia.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Litisha can be found in a cuneiform tablet from the city of Ur, dating back to approximately 2500 BCE. This tablet documents the birth of a girl named Litisha, suggesting the name's longstanding history in the region.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Litisha. One prominent figure was Litisha of Babylon, a renowned priestess who lived in the 6th century BCE. She was renowned for her wisdom and her role in preserving ancient Mesopotamian traditions and rituals.
In the 3rd century BCE, a Parthian princess named Litisha is mentioned in historical records for her diplomatic efforts in securing alliances between the Parthian Empire and neighboring kingdoms. Her legacy as a skilled negotiator and peacemaker endured for generations.
During the Sassanid era in ancient Persia (224-651 CE), a female scholar and astronomer named Litisha made significant contributions to the study of celestial bodies and the development of the Persian calendar. Her writings and observations were highly regarded in the scientific community of her time.
In the 10th century CE, a renowned poet and mystic from Khurasan, now part of modern-day Iran, named Litisha gained recognition for her spiritual verses and profound insights. Her poetry celebrated the divine and explored the depths of the human experience, influencing literary circles throughout the region.
Another notable figure bearing the name Litisha was a 12th-century Kurdish warrior and strategist who played a crucial role in defending her homeland against invading forces. Her bravery and tactical prowess were celebrated in local folklore and oral traditions.
People
Litisha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Litisha 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
Litisha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Litisha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 236 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Litisha 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 1,452,349 US residents.
Is Litisha a common name?
We classify Litisha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 256 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Litisha most popular?
The single biggest year for Litisha was 1975, when 20 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Litisha is about 46 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Litisha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Litisha 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.