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Lata

Girl name · Indian

Meaningvine · Sanskrit

Lata is an Indian girl name meaning “vine”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • AnagramShuffle the letters of Lata and you get Tala. Same letters, different name.
  • GenerationLata peaked in 1973, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Lata you'd meet today is about 52 years old.
  • HistoryLata first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
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hello, little Lata

US births per million girls, 1973–2025

02419731973

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Lata

Lata is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “vine”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Indian names

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Questions about the name Lata

What does the name Lata mean?

Lata means “vine” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Bryony (“climbing vine”) and Briony (“climbing vine”).

What is the origin of the name Lata?

Lata is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).

Is Lata a boy or girl name?

Lata is a girl name.

How popular is the name Lata?

Lata is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1973. It peaked at #8,423 in 1973, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Lata?

If you like Lata, you might also like Bryony and Briony.

What should I know before naming my baby Lata?

Lata is an Indian girl name meaning “vine”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.