Latoya Ray

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Latoya Ray — English
67K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Latoya Ray is a name that combines English origins. The first name Latoya is a feminine given name of English origin. Latoya is a feminine given name. Other variations of Latoya include Letoya. It is considered to be an African-American name in the United States. People with the given name Latoya LaToya London (born 1978), American R&B singer and former contestant on American Idol LaToya Cantrell (born 1972), American politician elected Mayor of New Orleans in 2017 LaToya Thomas (born 1981), American professional basketball player with the WNBA La Toya Jackson (born 1956), American singer and member of the famous Jackson family LaToya Rodriguez (born 1983), American R&B singer LaToyia Figueroa (1981–2005), Am. The surname Ray: The surname Ray has several origins. Origin of the surname In some cases it originates from a nickname, derived from the Old French rei, roy, meaning "king", which was sometimes also used as a personal name. This nickname may have denoted a person's pride or swagger, someone's appearance, or regal behavior or bearing, or may have referred to achievement in a contest, royal service, or may have denoted someone who presided over certain festive celebrations. Latoya is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 67K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Latoya reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Latoya

English

Latoya is a feminine given name. Other variations of Latoya include Letoya. It is considered to be an African-American name in the United States. People with the given name Latoya LaToya London (born 1978), American R&B singer and former contestant on American Idol LaToya Cantrell (born 1972), American politician elected Mayor of New Orleans in 2017 LaToya Thomas (born 1981), American professional basketball player with the WNBA La Toya Jackson (born 1956), American singer and member of the famous Jackson family LaToya Rodriguez (born 1983), American R&B singer LaToyia Figueroa (1981–2005), Am.

Surname: Ray

French

The surname Ray has several origins. Origin of the surname In some cases it originates from a nickname, derived from the Old French rei, roy, meaning "king", which was sometimes also used as a personal name. This nickname may have denoted a person's pride or swagger, someone's appearance, or regal behavior or bearing, or may have referred to achievement in a contest, royal service, or may have denoted someone who presided over certain festive celebrations.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Latoya is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Latoya by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Latoya Ray

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Latoya Ray:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Latoya?
The first name Latoya originates from English. Latoya is a feminine given name. Other variations of Latoya include Letoya. It is considered to be an African-American name in the United States. People with the given name Latoya LaToya London (born 1978), American R&B singer and former contestant on American Idol LaToya Cantrell (born 1972), American politician elected Mayor of New Orleans in 2017 LaToya Thomas (born 1981), American professional basketball player with the WNBA La Toya Jackson (born 1956), American singer and member of the famous Jackson family LaToya Rodriguez (born 1983), American R&B singer LaToyia Figueroa (1981–2005), Am.
When was Latoya most popular?
The name Latoya reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Ray?
The surname Ray originates from French. The surname Ray has several origins. Origin of the surname In some cases it originates from a nickname, derived from the Old French rei, roy, meaning "king", which was sometimes also used as a personal name. This nickname may have denoted a person's pride or swagger, someone's appearance, or regal behavior or bearing, or may have referred to achievement in a contest, royal service, or may have denoted someone who presided over certain festive celebrations.
What are the origins of the name Latoya Ray?
The name Latoya Ray combines two different traditions: the first name Latoya has English roots, while the surname Ray originates from French.
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