Latanya

Meaning of Latanya

Latanya is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls, with its origins rooted in American English. The pronunciation of Latanya is luh-TAHN-yuh (/ləˈtɑːnjə/). This name has a close variation, Tanya.

The popularity of the name Latanya fluctuated over the years in Louisiana, according to data for newborns. In recent decades, Latanya ranked within the top 500 names given to baby girls in Louisiana. In 1980, it even reached as high as 27th place, showing its appeal during that time. While the exact reasons for its popularity may be subjective, parents were likely drawn to the uniqueness and melodic sound of this name.

Overall, Latanya is a charming name that carries an air of elegance and individuality. Its origin and associations make it a great choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as luh-TAHN-yuh (/ləˈtɑːnjə/)

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Notable People Named Latanya

Latanya Arvette Sweeney is an American computer scientist, the Daniel Paul Professor of the Practice of Government and Technology at Harvard University, and the founder of the Public Interest Tech Lab and Data Privacy Lab.
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