Leta

Pronunciation: [ l-EHT-uh ]

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Girl Name #9,736 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Leta is a girl name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EHT-uh.

Parents who love the name Leta often also consider Bridger, Cyrus, Zelphia .

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Historical Record

Leta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 3,462 babies have been named Leta in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Leta is past its peak , currently ranked #9,736 for girl names in the US .

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Peaked 1954 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#9,736
Total SSA Count
11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leta

Is Leta a boy or girl name?
Leta is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Leta?
Leta is pronounced l-EHT-uh.
How popular is the name Leta?
Leta is currently ranked #9736 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Leta a common or rare name?
Leta is an uncommon name, ranked #9736 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Leta?
Leta pairs well with Bridger, Cyrus, Zelphia, Tiani in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Leta?
Related spellings include Lettie, Letty, Leticia, Letti.

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About the Name Leta

Leta is a girl name .

Leta is currently ranked #9,736 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Leta include Lettie, Letty, Leticia, Letti . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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