leta

Leta is a term that can refer to several unrelated uses in language, names, organizations, and places. In onomastics, Leta is a feminine given name used in English-speaking countries and elsewhere. It is often treated as an independent name, though it is sometimes described as a variant or short form of longer names such as Letitia or Lettice. The name has appeared in literature, music, and public life, and there are multiple individuals known by this given name.

LETA, written in all caps, functions as an acronym for several organizations and entities. The most widely recognized use is the Latvian news agency LETA, a major source of news in Latvia and the Baltic region. Other organizations may use the acronym independently in different countries and languages.

Geographically, Leta appears as a place name in various locales. It is used for small settlements and localities in different regions, though none are widely distinguished as large cities.

In culture and media, Leta is used as a character name in novels, television, and film. As a word, it may also appear in fictional works independent of its status as a personal name or acronym.

Notable uses of Leta may vary by context, and the term can function as a given name, an acronym, or a place name depending on the language and region. See also related names and terms such as Letta or Leto for similarly spelled variants.