NAME PROFILE
Latesha
Latesha is a modern name with an uncertain origin, but it is often thought to derive from the names Latisha or Tisha, which carry connotations of joy and happiness. It embodies a sense of individuality and empowerment, often associated with a strong, vibrant personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,110 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1980 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1970 |
| Most recent | 1999 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 25%IL — 20%FL — 20%CA — 17%GA — 17%
Notable People
Latesha D. Johnson (Author, *The Power of a Woman*) · Latesha M. D. Smith (Activist, community leader) · Latesha C. Jones (Musician, R&B singer) · Latesha J. Williams (Entrepreneur, founder of a successful startup) · Latesha K. Green (Educator, advocate for children's rights)
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