How Many People Are Named Latoya?
Complete statistics for the name Latoya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Latoya is a rare female name, with only 1 in 7,463 Americans bearing it today, making it quite unique among names. There are approximately 44,217 people named Latoya living in the US, and its peak popularity was in 1984 when 5,069 babies were given this name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 43All 45,740 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1984Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Latoya Through the Generations
Latoya has seen a steady decline since its peak in 1984, reflecting a shift away from the name's once-popular status. Today, the majority of those named Latoya are aged between 30 and 60, indicating a generation born during the height of the name's popularity. With only 2% under 30, it's clear that while Latoya remains a name between classic and modern, its usage is becoming less frequent among younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Latoya
Latoya is a feminine given name. Other variations of Latoya include Letoya. It is considered to be an African-American name in the United States.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Latoya's African American roots
📄 About the Name Latoya
How Many People Have the Name Latoya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 44,217 people in the United States currently share the name Latoya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 7,463 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Latoya a Common or Rare Name?
Latoya is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Latoya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Latoya Most Popular?
The name Latoya reached peak popularity in 1984, with 5,069 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Latoya?
Approximately 44,217 people named Latoya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 45,740. That works out to roughly 1 in 7,463 Americans.
Is Latoya a rare name?
Latoya is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 7,463 Americans has this name.
What does the name Latoya mean?
The meaning and origin of Latoya are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Latoya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Latoya are male and 100% are female.
When was Latoya most popular?
Latoya peaked in 1984 with 5,069 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.