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Rook vs Lathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rook

Boy #2,371 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a crow-like black bird"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,371
Total SSA Count
59
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Rook Rank #2,371
Lathan Rank #2,198

Lathan is more popular, ranked #2198 vs #2371 for Rook.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rook or Lathan more popular?

Lathan is more popular, ranked #2198 compared to Rook at #2371 in the United States.

What do Rook and Lathan mean?

Rook means "a crow-like black bird" (Old Norse origin). Lathan means "dweller at the barn" (Old Norse/Old English (via surname) origin).

Are Rook and Lathan boy or girl names?

Rook is primarily a boy name. Lathan is primarily a boy name.

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