Latasha

Latasha emerged as a feminine given name in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, gaining notable popularity in the 1970s-1980s. The name may be a variation of Natasha (of Russian origin, meaning "born on Christmas"), with the initial 'N' replaced by 'L'. This type of consonant substitution represents a common pattern in name creation. The name peaked in popularity in 1980, ranking #328 in the U.S. Latasha follows phonetic patterns common in many American-created names of this period, featuring the melodic 'sh' sound and ending with the feminine 'a'. The name has gradually decreased in popularity since the 1990s but maintains recognition. Its usage patterns show it has been embraced across diverse communities in the United States, particularly during its peak decades.

Pronounced luh-TASH-uh.

As of October 2026, Latasha ranked #16639 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #139 in 1981.