Letizia
Meaning of Letizia
Letizia is a beautiful and sophisticated name with Italian origins. It is predominantly used as a feminine given name. The name Letizia is pronounced as leh-TIT-zee-uh (/leˈtit͡sja/) in Italian. This name has variations, including Leticia, but the pronunciation remains the same across different versions of the name.
In terms of popularity, Letizia has had varying levels of usage in the United States over the past century. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Letizia was not ranked among the top 1000 names for newborn girls until 2003. Since then, it has experienced fluctuating levels of popularity, with its highest rank being 3862 in 1974 when it was given to 16 babies. In recent years, Letizia has been given to an average of around 10-15 newborn girls per year.
Letizia is a name that exudes elegance and sophistication. It brings to mind images of strong and confident women who possess a refined sense of style. With its Italian origins and associations with grace and beauty, Letizia is a wonderful choice for parents seeking a unique and timeless name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as leh-TIT-zee-uh (/leˈtit͡sja/)
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Notable People Named Letizia
| Letizia Bonaparte, also known as Madame Mère, was a Corsican noblewoman and the mother of Napoleon I of France. |
| Letizia Battaglia was an Italian photographer and photojournalist, best known for her documentation of Sicilian life and her impactful work on the Mafia. |
| Letizia Paoli is a criminologist and professor at Leuven/Louvain University, known for her work in sports medicine. |
| Letizia Maria Moratti is an accomplished Italian businesswoman and politician, known for her roles as president of RAI, minister of Education, University and Research, mayor of Milan, and president of the board of directors of UBI Banca. |
