Lathan vs Theophilus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lathan

Boy #2,198 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller at the barn"

Origin: Old Norse/Old English (via surname)

American English

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Boy #2,216 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"friend of God, beloved by God"

Origin: Greek

Greek English Ethiopian Christian

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Lathan Rank #2,198

Theophilus Rank #2,216

Lathan is more popular, ranked #2198 vs #2216 for Theophilus.

Is Lathan or Theophilus more popular?

Lathan is more popular, ranked #2198 compared to Theophilus at #2216 in the United States.

What do Lathan and Theophilus mean?

Lathan means "dweller at the barn" (Old Norse/Old English (via surname) origin). Theophilus means "friend of God, beloved by God" (Greek origin).

Are Lathan and Theophilus boy or girl names?

Lathan is primarily a boy name. Theophilus is primarily a boy name.