Meaning, origin, history
The name Letta is of Italian origin and means "happiness" or "joy". It is a diminutive form of the Italian female given name Letteria, which is derived from the Latin word "letteratus", meaning "learned" or "well-educated". The name Letta has been used in Italy for centuries, but it gained popularity as a given name in other countries during the 20th century. Today, Letta is considered a unique and charming name choice that carries with it a positive and uplifting meaning. Despite its Italian roots, Letta is now used worldwide as both a first name and a nickname for longer names such as Letizia or Letteria.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Letta since 1880
Total births
768
Total since 1880
Peak year
1971
24 births
in 2023
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+240%
↗
vs previous 5 years