Loletha is an uncommon yet captivating female given name of African American origin. It is derived from the Swahili word 'lolwethu', which means 'our own'. This unique name reflects its cultural heritage and offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a meaningful moniker. Loletha consists of five syllables, with stress typically placed on the first syllable: Lo-LE-tha. The name does not have any known variations or diminutives, further emphasizing its rarity and individuality. Throughout history, there has been only one notable figure bearing this name – Loletha "Lo" Martin, an American gospel singer. Despite its scarcity in popular culture, Loletha remains a beautiful and evocative option for those wishing to honor African heritage while choosing a distinctive name for their child.
The name Loletha experienced fluctuations in popularity throughout the years, with a notable spike in births from 1960 to 1963 and again from 1967 to 1971, reaching its peak in 1969 with 12 births. However, there was a significant decline after 1972, culminating in the lowest recorded figure of 5 births in 1982. Over this period, there were a total of 240 babies named Loletha.