Latham vs Rue

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Latham

Boy #5,539 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the barns, near the granary"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,539
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Rue

Boy #5,520 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rue plant, bitter herb"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,520
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Latham Rank #5,539
Rue Rank #5,520

Rue is more popular, ranked #5520 vs #5539 for Latham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Latham or Rue more popular?

Rue is more popular, ranked #5520 compared to Latham at #5539 in the United States.

What do Latham and Rue mean?

Latham means "at the barns, near the granary" (Old Norse origin). Rue means "rue plant, bitter herb" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Latham and Rue boy or girl names?

Latham is primarily a boy name. Rue is primarily a boy name.

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