Letty

Letty is a feminine first name used as a pet form of Lettice and Lätitia in English. Both names have their origin in the Latin Laetitia.

What does the name Letty mean?

The name Letty, an English pet form of Lettice and Lätitia, is derived from the Latin Laetitia. It translates to 'the joyful', 'the happy', or simply 'the joy'. The origin of the name goes back to the Latin word lætĭtĭa or lætus, meaning 'joy' and 'happiness'. In some contexts, Letty is also considered a diminutive of the name Aletta, the French and Frisian variant of Adelheid. Additionally, Laetitia personifies 'groundless joy' in Roman mythology. In Catholic regions, the feast of Maria Laetitia, meaning 'Maria, the Joyful' or 'Maria of the Seven Joys', is celebrated, contributing to the popularity of the name Laetitia. Other variants include Let, Leta, Letta, Letti, and Lettie.

Where does the name Letty come from?

The origin of Letty lies in Latin and means 'the joy'.

How do you pronounce Letty?

The pronunciation of Letty is straightforward and consists of two syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Let-ti' [ˈlɛti]. It begins with a clear, short 'e' that conveys freshness. The double consonant '-tt' gives the name stability, while the bright 'i' at the end adds lightness. Letty feels playful, lively, and uncomplicated – small but sonically impressive.

When is the name day of Letty?

The name day for Letty is celebrated on July 5 and December 8.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Letty enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 1,740th in the list of the most common names for girls. Its best placement was in 2021 at 1,080th. Over the last ten years, Letty has been chosen as a first name about 210 times, earning it the 1,565th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is ranked 1,861st.

Famous people

• Letty (Fast and Furious)
• Letty Cottin Pogrebin (American author)
• Letty Jimenez Magsanoc (Filipino journalist)
• Letty Lind (English singer)
• Letty Lou Eisenhauer (artist from the USA)