Latoya
Meaning of Latoya
Latoya is a unisex name that has its origins in Jamaica. In Jamaican Patois, it is pronounced as lah-TAW-yah (/lɑ ˈtɑ jə/), while in American English, it is pronounced as luh-TOY-uh (/ləˈtɔɪə/). The name Latoya has been steadily used over the years in the United States, with varying levels of popularity. In recent years, it has ranked around the top 10,000 names for newborns. This name carries a sense of uniqueness and cultural flair, making it a great choice for parents looking for something distinctive for their child.
Pronunciation
Jamaican Patois
- Pronunced as lah-TAW-yah (/lɑ ˈtɑ jə/)
American English
- Pronunced as luh-TOY-uh (/ləˈtɔɪə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Latoya
| Latoya Blackwood is a Canadian rugby union player who represented Canada at the 2014 and 2017 Women's Rugby World Cups, making her debut at the 2013 Nations Cup and retiring in 2018. |
| Latoya Joyner is the Democratic Assembly member for the 77th District of the New York State Assembly, representing areas in The Bronx. |
| Latoya Dacosta - Latoya DaCosta is a prominent figure in the world of football, serving as the Head of Senior Women's Competition for the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football and holding various key positions in football organizations. |
| Latoya Greaves is a Jamaican hurdler who was set to compete in the Women's 100 meters hurdles at the 2012 Summer Olympics but was unable to start due to injury. |
| Latoya Williams is a notable American women's basketball player. |
