Skip to main content
Back to all names
GirlLatin#9267stable

Leta

LEE-tah

Leta is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Leta is a name with debated origins, possibly from Latin meaning "joyful", or a short form of Letitia.”. It currently ranks #9267 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.

Letters4
Syllables2
OriginLatin

What Leta Means

Leta is a name with debated origins, possibly from Latin meaning "joyful", or a short form of Letitia.

The Story of Leta

This name, a pure distillation of joy, promises a life filled with the simple, radiant pleasure of a sunny afternoon.

Leta, though its origins are debated, most beautifully suggests 'joyful' from its Latin roots, possibly as a short form of Letitia, meaning 'joy' or 'gladness.' It whispers of happiness and lightheartedness. This name carries a sense of pure, unadulterated delight, a gentle spirit that has graced generations with its cheerful presence.

When you say Leta, it feels like a smile spreading across your face. You imagine your daughter embodying that pure, unforced joy, her presence a constant source of optimism. Writing Leta on a birth card is like bottling sunshine, a wish for a life filled with bright, happy moments for your little one.

Nickname Watch

Kids pick up nicknames whether parents plan for it or not. Make sure you love the short forms too.

AI Features

Unlock Leta’s Full Story

AI consultant · Sibling matches · Cultural deep-dive · Compatibility scores

🔒 No credit card needed

Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Leta Stetter Hollingworth

    American psychologist and feminist

Personality Traits

joyfuloptimisticfriendlyintelligent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#233 in 1918

Total Births

11,934

First Recorded

1880

More Names Like Leta

View all

Explore related name groups

Save Leta to your favorites list