Lathem
Pronunciation: [ l-ATH-ihm ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lathem first appeared in US Social Security records in 2016.
Over 6 babies have been named Lathem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lathem is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #24,671 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,671
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Lathem
Lathem is a boy name .
Lathem is currently ranked #24,671 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lathem include Lat, Lay, Latie, and Lathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lathem include Lathan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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