Letcher is a rare and unique given name of American origin. It was popularized by the Letcher family, who settled in Kentucky during the late 18th century. The name's popularity peaked in the mid-19th century but has since declined, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name today.
The name Letcher experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks of up to 16 births in a single year (1927) and low points as few as 5 births (multiple years). The highest frequency occurred during the late 1920s and early 1930s, while the most recent data shows a decline from the mid-1960s onwards. Overall, there were 345 recorded births with the name Letcher between 1888 and 1974.