| Meaning | joy, happiness |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Let-tie |
About Lettie
Vintage charm meets modern sensibility in this endearing choice that feels like a warm hug. There's something inherently friendly and approachable about it—it's the kind of name that makes people smile when they hear it. The double T gives it a gentle staccato quality, while the -ie ending provides a soft, affectionate touch that never feels juvenile. This name harkens back to earlier eras when such diminutives were common, yet it feels perfectly fresh for a contemporary baby. It avoids the stuffiness that can sometimes accompany traditional names, instead offering a relaxed, comfortable vibe that suits all personalities. The name has a literary quality without being pretentious, calling to mind garden parties and handwritten letters, creating a romantic, nostalgic atmosphere. Despite its vintage roots, it doesn't feel dated or likely to return to obscurity after a brief revival. It occupies a sweet spot of being recognizable yet uncommon, easy to spell yet distinctive. Parents who choose this name often appreciate classic style with a gentle twist, preferring understated elegance to bold statements. It pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern middle and last names, demonstrating remarkable versatility in creating a complete name combination that feels cohesive and intentional.
Nicknames for Lettie
| Let |
| Letty |
| Letti |
| Etta |
| Lettuce |
Famous People Named Lettie
| Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans | American philanthropist and businesswoman |
| Lettie G. Howard | Renowned American fishing schooner, named after Lettie Howard |
| Lettie Cowman | American missionary and author |
| Lettie M. Passmore | Australian artist and illustrator |
| Lettie Blackburn | British actress |
| Lettie Galbraith | Canadian painter |
| Lettie De Little | American silent film actress |
| Lettie V. Conrad | American physicist |
| Lettie Pate Whitehead | American philanthropist and co-founder of The Coca-Cola Company |
| Lettie Gay Carson | American journalist and author |
| Lettie Clausen | American chemist and professor |
| Lettie Hamlett Rogers | African-American educator and civil rights activist |
| Lettie Cottin Pogrebin | American writer and feminist activist |
| Lettie B. Simmons | American mathematician and educator |
| Lettie Bell | Canadian television host and actress |
| Lettie Teague | American author and wine columnist |
| Lettie Wright | British actress known for her role in "Black Panther" and "Avengers" films |
| Lettie D. Anthony | American suffragist and women's rights advocate |
Characters Named Lettie
| Lettie Lutz | Character in the movie "The Greatest Showman" |
| Lettie Blacklock | Character in Agatha Christie's novel "A Murder Is Announced" |
| Lettie Page | Character in the TV series "The A-Team" |
| Lettie Burlingame | Character in Stephen King's novel "Lisey's Story" |
| Lettie Mouse | Character in Beatrix Potter's "The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse" |
| Lettie Mae Daniels | Character in the TV series "True Blood" |
| Lettie Briggs | Character in the movie "Varsity Show" |
| Lettie Trant | Character in the TV series "Poldark" |
| Lettie Allnut | Character in the movie "The African Queen" |
| Lettie Shaw | Character in the TV series "Brookside" |