Latham

At a Glance: Name: Latham – Meaning: barn, storehouse – Origin: English (habitational surname, from Old Norse 'hlaða') – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: LAY-thəm

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Latham started out as an English surname tied to place names, taken from the Old Norse word 'hlaða,' meaning barn or storehouse. If you're drawn to names with roots in everyday, working landscapes rather than grand declarations, it fits that mold. It carries a plainspoken, sturdy quality that comes straight from its practical origin.

Meaning & Origin of Latham

Meaning: Barn, storehouse.

Origin: English (habitational surname, from Old Norse 'hlaða').

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Latham

Phonetic: LAY-thəm   IPA: /ˈleɪθəm/

Popularity of Latham

Latham reached its high point in 1923, ranking #3071 with just 9 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped further, sitting at #5551 with only 17 recorded.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1917–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Latham mean?

Barn, storehouse. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Latham)

How do you pronounce Latham?

Latham is pronounced LAY-thəm (IPA: /ˈleɪθəm/).

Is Latham a popular name right now?

Latham peaked at #3071 in 1923 and is ranked #5551 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1917–2024.)

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