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LeticiaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Rejoicing, gladness

Pronunciation: luh-TEE-see-uh

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Name
Leticia
Meaning
Rejoicing, gladness
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
luh-TEE-see-uh
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Leticia mean?

Leticia is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Rejoicing". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: luh-TEE-see-uh. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Λετίτσια

Λετίτσια σημαίνει χαρά ή ευτυχία

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

luh-TEE-see-uh

IPA

/ləˈtiːsiə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Leticia is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Rejoicing. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldYellowOrange

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Represents new beginnings, leadership, and independence.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulCourageousWiseL = LoyalF = FaithfulS = StrongC = Compassionate

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that evokes feelings of happiness, joy, and gladness, inspired by the Christian faith.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Leticia is a beautiful and elegant name, popular in various parts of the world including Spain, Portugal, and the Philippines. It carries a positive connotation of happiness, joy, and celebration. In some cultures, Leticia is a name that evokes feelings of hope, kindness, and optimism.
In Christian tradition, the name Leticia holds deep spiritual significance as it is the name of several saints who lived exemplary lives of faith, devotion, and self-sacrifice. St. Leticia of Spain was a nun and hermit who lived in the 15th century, known for her deep prayer life and penitential practices. St. Leticia of Egypt was a martyr who died for her faith during the early Christian era. Both of these saints embodied the joy and rejoicing that comes from living a life focused on God and His love. Leticia can be seen as a reminder of the spiritual blessings that come from a deep, sincere relationship with God, and the inner joy that can be experienced even in the midst of hardships and trials.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Saint Leticia of Siviglia, daughter of King Leovigild of the Visigoths, was a Christian martyr who lived in the 6th century.

6th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Leticia ClineLeticia RomeroLeticia Rasplas

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Leticia

Joy, happiness, or gladness

🇮🇱Hebrew

לטיציה

שמחה שמייה לטיציה הוא שם שמשמעותו שמחה

🇬🇷Greek

Λετίτσια

Λετίτσια σημαίνει χαρά ή ευτυχία

🇮🇹Latin

Leticia

Laetitia: gaudium, laetitia, felicitas

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