Lathan vs Maceo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lathan

Boy #2,198 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dweller at the barn"

Origin: Old Norse/Old English (via surname)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,198
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Maceo

Boy #2,163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,163
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lathan Rank #2,198
Maceo Rank #2,163

Maceo is more popular, ranked #2163 vs #2198 for Lathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lathan or Maceo more popular?

Maceo is more popular, ranked #2163 compared to Lathan at #2198 in the United States.

What do Lathan and Maceo mean?

Lathan means "dweller at the barn" (Old Norse/Old English (via surname) origin). Maceo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Lathan and Maceo boy or girl names?

Lathan is primarily a boy name. Maceo is primarily a boy name.

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