Latha
Latha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via South Indian usage origin, meaning “Vine, slender creeper”.
| Meaning | Vine, slender creeper |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via South Indian usage |
| Written as | லதா |
| Pronunciation | LUH-thaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Latha
Latha is the South Indian spelling of Sanskrit lata, 'vine' or 'creeper'. The 'th' reflects the way the name is written in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. The vine is a favourite poetic image for grace, and the name often appears in compounds such as Hemalatha and Swarnalatha. The actress Latha and many South Indian singers have carried it.
Is Latha a Hindu name?
Latha is a Hindu name without a direct deity link; it is used mostly by families in South India.
How popular is Latha?
Common in South India among women of the 1960s–80s generations.
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Spellings and variants of Latha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Latha mean?
Latha means 'Vine, slender creeper'. It is of Sanskrit, via South Indian usage origin.
Is Latha a Hindu name?
Latha is a Hindu name without a direct deity link; it is used mostly by families in South India.
How do you pronounce Latha?
Latha is pronounced LUH-thaa.
Is Latha a boy or girl name?
Latha is usually a girl name.