Laetitia

Laetitia is a household name in French-speaking countries, especially Quebec. The southern part of France embraces the name even more dearly than its competitors. Originally derived from Latin, Laetitia was also the name of a Roman Catholic saint who was also an acclaimed virgin martyr. The name is given to a female born with the hope that it brings joy and happiness to others. The meaning of Laetitia is gladness and can be open to other interpretations of the exact nature. The name has many variants and is usually used in many languages. In dutch culture, Leticia is mainly pronounced as Letja, whereas in Italian, the name is Letizia. Similarly, in Spanish, the name Leticia is used. A more American version of the name, Laetitia, would be Letisha or Latisha. In fictional history, Laetitia Grinder was a proclaimed character in Arthur Sullivan's 1875 opera, the Zoo. Apart from this character, Oscar Wilde also holds the characterization of one such Laetitia Prism in the play, The Importance of Being Earnest. In popular culture, Laetitia Beck has a record for being a renowned Israeli golfer. In keeping with the current times, Laetitia Darche is a Belgian-Mauritian contestant in a beauty pageant who is also well-regarded as a former Miss Mauritius.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

gladness, happiness

Origin

Latin

Numerology

L is for loyalty, that you show.

A is for admirable, you certainly are!

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

T is for time, you give to friends.

I is for instill, the lesson of life.

T is for teacher, you truly are.

I is for ideals, no higher!

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

Lucky

Laetitia lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Laetitia

• Laetitia Maria Nora Anna Joachim Zita (b. 2003) Princess of Belgium; daughter of Archduke Lorenz of Austria and Princess Astrid of Belgium

Laetitia in Pop Culture

• Casey Kelso character on TV's "That '70s Show"
• Matthew Casey one of the main characters of the NBC's "Chicago Fire"
• Casey McCall character on TV's "Sports Night"
• Casey Junior anthropomorphic steam locomotive in Disney's "Dumbo"
• Casey Connor character in film "The Faculty"