Latham
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Strong-willed warrior and protector
Origin: Irish — short form of Uilliam, itself from the Old Germanic Wilhelm
Popularity: Ranked #6659 in 2025 with 13 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Lahiam, meaning strong-willed warrior and protector.
Similar names: lahiam, lahyam, lathan, laithan, laythan
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Latham? About 1 in 256,039 babies born in 2025 were named Latham, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Latham
What does the name Latham mean?
Latham means “Strong-willed warrior and protector” from Irish — short form of Uilliam, itself from the Old Germanic Wilhelm roots.
What is the origin of the name Latham?
Latham has Irish — short form of Uilliam, itself from the Old Germanic Wilhelm origin. The traditional meaning is “Strong-willed warrior and protector”.
How popular is Latham?
Latham ranked #6446 in 2025 — given to 13 babies that year.
When was Latham most popular?
Latham peaked in 2015 with 29 babies registered that year.
Is Latham a boy or girl name?
Latham is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Lathams in registered births are male.
Is the name Latham rising or falling in popularity?
Latham has risen 407 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6853 in 2020 to #6446 in 2025.
How long has Latham been recorded?
Latham appears in birth records across 55 years — from 1917 through 2025.