Lathaniel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lathaniel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 177 babies have been named Lathaniel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lathaniel is past its peak , currently ranked #39,397 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,397
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Irish Gaelic origin
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Old Norse via American English origin
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Old French origin
"warm earthy hue; tanned"
#39,591 in US
Old Norse origin
"ever powerful"
#39,234 in US
Germanic braun origin
"dark, brown-haired one"
#39,568 in US
Manx Celtic origin
"rocky ground"
#39,300 in US
Old Irish origin
"high, noble"
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About the Name Lathaniel
Lathaniel is a boy name .
Lathaniel is currently ranked #39,397 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lathaniel include Lat, Lay, Latie, and Lathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lathaniel include Lathan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis