Fitzgerald vs Lathan

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
Nicknames
Lath, Lan

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Fitzgerald Rank #2,235
Lathan Rank #2,198

Lathan is more popular, ranked #2198 vs #2235 for Fitzgerald.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fitzgerald ___

  • Fitzgerald James
  • Fitzgerald Joseph
  • Fitzgerald Patrick
  • Fitzgerald Cole
  • Fitzgerald Reid
  • Fitzgerald William

Lathan ___

  • Lathan James
  • Lathan Cole
  • Lathan Blake
  • Lathan Reid
  • Lathan Chase
  • Lathan Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fitzgerald or Lathan more popular?

Lathan is more popular, ranked #2198 compared to Fitzgerald at #2235 in the United States.

What do Fitzgerald and Lathan mean?

Fitzgerald means "son of Gerald" (Anglo-Norman/Irish origin). Lathan means "dweller at the barn" (Old Norse/Old English (via surname) origin).

Are Fitzgerald and Lathan boy or girl names?

Fitzgerald is primarily a boy name. Lathan is primarily a boy name.

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