Letitia
Meaning of Letitia
Letitia is a charming and elegant name for a baby girl. It has English origins and is pronounced as luh-TISH-uh (/ləˈtɪʃə/). Letitia is a variation of the name Leticia, which means "happiness" or "joy" in Latin. This beautiful name has a long history and has been used for centuries. Although it may not be as popular now, Letitia had its peak in the mid-20th century, and it still carries a classic and timeless appeal. Letitia holds associations with qualities like happiness, joy, and positivity, making it an excellent choice for parents who want their daughter to have a name that reflects these attributes. The name Letitia has been used by many parents in Illinois over the years, with varying levels of popularity depending on the era.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as luh-TISH-uh (/ləˈtɪʃə/)
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Notable People Named Letitia
| Letitia Elizabeth Landon, also known as L.E.L., was a renowned English poet and novelist. |
| Letitia Ann James is an American lawyer and politician, a member of the Democratic Party, and the current Attorney General of New York, making history as the first African American and first woman to be elected to the position. |
| Letitia Michelle Wright is a Guyanese-British actress known for her roles in various television series and her breakthrough performance in the 2015 film Urban Hymn, which earned her a BAFTA Breakthrough Brits recognition. |
| Letitia Christian Tyler - Letitia Tyler, the first wife of President John Tyler, served as the first lady of the United States from 1841 to 1842 and managed their plantation in Virginia while her husband pursued his political career. |
| Letitia Woods Brown was an accomplished American researcher and historian, known for being one of the first black women to earn a PhD in history from Harvard University. |
| Letitia Baldrige - Letitia "Tish" Baldrige was a prominent American etiquette expert, public relations executive, and author, best known for her role as Jacqueline Kennedy's Social Secretary. |
| Letitia Long - Letitia A. Long is a former U.S. Navy civilian who became the first woman to lead a major U.S. intelligence agency and currently serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA). |
| Letitia Chambers - Letitia Pearl Caroline Chambers was a trailblazing American leader in politics, public policy, and the arts. |
| Letitia Meynell is a Canadian philosopher and Professor of Philosophy at Dalhousie University, known for her work in philosophy of science, epistemology, feminist philosophy, and human/animal relationships. |
| Letitia Green Stevenson was the second lady of the United States from 1893 to 1897 as the wife of Vice President Adlai E. Stevenson I. |
| Letitia Munson née Leeney was an African American herbalist and midwife, known for her involvement in an infamous 1882 abortion trial in Canada. |
| Letitia McClintock, an Irish writer and folklorist, made significant contributions to Irish literature and folklore. |
| Letitia Plummer is a Texas politician and the first Muslim woman to be elected to Houston City Council. |
| Letitia de Jong is a Dutch former speed skater known for her expertise in sprint distances. |
| Letitia Byrne (1779–1849) was a British engraver known for her exceptional work in the art of engraving. |
