Leticia is of Latin origin and translates to 'happiness'. It is composed of two elements: 'leti', meaning 'happy' and '-cia', a suffix denoting state or condition. This name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s, reaching its peak in the late 1980s before declining slightly. However, it remains a popular choice among parents today, ranking consistently within the top thousand baby names in recent years.
The name Leticia experienced variable popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 15 births in 1972 and another peak of 11 births in both 1986 and 1990. The total number of births named Leticia from 1960 to 1993 was 215.