Lettie
girl name#756 in 2025Lettie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #181 in 1881, ranks #756 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#756
rank today
#181
peak (1881)
358
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #214 |
| 1890s | #274 |
| 1900s | #332 |
| 1910s | #473 |
| 1920s | #573 |
| 1930s | #659 |
| 1940s | #896 |
| 1950s | #1270 |
| 1960s | #2172 |
| 1970s | #3849 |
| 1980s | #7452 |
| 1990s | #10365 |
| 2000s | #12294 |
| 2010s | #3262 |
| 2020s | #1124 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lettie has been most popular in MN, OH, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,100 people named Lettie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lettie alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lettie in 2025?
- Lettie ranks #756 among US girl names in 2025, with 358 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lettie most popular?
- Lettie peaked in 1881, reaching #181 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lettie with classmates?
- Lettie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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