Origin
Germanic
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Cancer
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Litha is a name often given to girls. Ranked #7351 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Germanic origin and traditionally means "Midsummer festival or summer solstice". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Litha
Litha references the Old Germanic term for the longest day, celebrating light and abundance. It offers a rare, nature-rooted choice for summer-born daughters. The name feels both mystical and fresh.
Popularity
Currently ranked #7351 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Embraces change and adventure.
Nurtures home and family.
Projects quiet authority.
Communicates with charm.
Zodiac & Astrology
Cancer
Tied to seasonal light.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Peak light and celebration.
Color Aura
Golden Sun
Element
Fire
Season
Summer
Gemstone
Sunstone
Spirit Animal
Swallow
Power Word
Bloom
Energy Type
Fire × Summer
Personality & Traits
Radiant
Brings warmth to others.
Intuitive
Senses seasonal cycles.
Joyful
Celebrates life's peaks.
Litha in Pop Culture
Litha
Pagan ritual texts
Historical Events
500
Germanic festivals recorded as Litha.
1800
Revived in romantic poetry.
International Variations
Litha in Different Scripts
ليثا
Arabic
莉莎
Chinese (Mandarin)
リサ
Japanese (Katakana)
ליתה
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Litha:
Litha Maeve
Litha Iris
Litha Luna
Litha Willow
Litha Faye
Litha Dawn
Litha Eve
Fun Facts & Trivia
Pagan name for June solstice.
Rare in modern use.
Evokes longest daylight.
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Quick Facts
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