Skip to main content
Back to all names
GirlLatin#12852rising

Letitia

leh-TIH-shah

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginLatin

The Story of Letitia

This name is pure, unadulterated joy, a Latin echo of gladness that's been waiting to sound for your child.

Letitia is a name that rings with the bright sound of happiness, originating directly from the Latin word 'laetitia,' meaning 'joy' or 'gladness.' This optimistic term was embraced as a given name in Roman times and carried into medieval Europe, where it became associated with cheerfulness and delight. Its journey across centuries has preserved its pure, unadulterated meaning, making it a name steeped in happiness.

The sound of 'Letitia' is like a light, buoyant laugh, a name that instantly lifts the spirit. When you imagine calling your daughter's name, you picture her radiant smile and optimistic outlook. Writing Letitia on her birth announcement feels like capturing a moment of pure, unbridled gladness, a joyful declaration of her arrival.

What It Means

Letitia is a Latin name meaning 'joy' or 'gladness'. It is derived from the Latin word 'laetitia'.

Nickname Watch

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

AI Features

Unlock Letitia’s Full Story

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

🔒 No credit card needed

Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

JoyfulOptimisticKindGenerous

Peak Year

#329 in 1964

Total Births

11,408

First Recorded

1880

More Names Like Letitia

View all

Save Letitia to your favorites list