Latanya is a distinctive and elegant female given name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba word "Olatanya," which means "wealthy." It has gained popularity worldwide, particularly in the United States, where it has been in use since the mid-20th century. The name Latanya carries a unique charm and exudes an air of sophistication and grace. It consists of four syllables, with the stresses typically falling on the first and third syllables: "La-TAY-na.
The name Latanya had a notable start with 5 births recorded in 1969, followed by a significant increase to 7 births in 1971. After a gap of several years, the name's popularity resurged with another 5 births in 1982. Altogether, there were 23 babies named Latanya born between 1969 and 1982.