Lemuel vs Lathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lemuel

Boy #2,131 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"belonging to God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #2,198 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller at the barn"

Origin: Old Norse/Old English (via surname)

American English

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Lemuel Rank #2,131

Lathan Rank #2,198

Lemuel is more popular, ranked #2131 vs #2198 for Lathan.

Is Lemuel or Lathan more popular?

Lemuel is more popular, ranked #2131 compared to Lathan at #2198 in the United States.

What do Lemuel and Lathan mean?

Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Lathan means "dweller at the barn" (Old Norse/Old English (via surname) origin).

Are Lemuel and Lathan boy or girl names?

Lemuel is primarily a boy name. Lathan is primarily a boy name.