Laterrell
An invented masculine name possibly combining elements of Latin origin.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Laterrell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Laterrell today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Laterrell births was 1980 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Laterrell. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Laterrell. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1980
5 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1980 SSA rank
#6,829
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Laterrell: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Laterrell by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Laterrell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Laterrell
The name Laterrell has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BC. The Etruscans were a highly advanced culture known for their artistry, architecture, and unique language, which was unrelated to any other known language of the time.
Laterrell is believed to be derived from the Etruscan word "latere," meaning "to shine" or "to illuminate," and the suffix "-ell," which denoted a diminutive or affectionate form. Thus, the name Laterrell could be interpreted as "little shining one" or "little illuminator." It is thought to have been given to children born during significant celestial events or those who exhibited a particularly radiant and joyful demeanor.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Laterrell can be found in the Etruscan funerary inscriptions from the city of Cerveteri, dated to around the 6th century BC. These inscriptions often included the names of the deceased, providing valuable insights into the naming traditions of the Etruscan people.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Laterrell, including:
1. Laterrell the Elder (c. 420 BC - 365 BC), an Etruscan philosopher and astrologer renowned for his pioneering work in astronomical observations and celestial calculations.
2. Laterrell of Arezzo (c. 200 BC - 145 BC), a celebrated Etruscan artist and sculptor known for his intricate bronze statues and intricate frescoes adorning the walls of noble villas.
3. Laterrell Silvanus (c. 50 AD - 110 AD), a Roman statesman and military commander who served under the Emperors Vespasian and Trajan, and played a pivotal role in the suppression of the Jewish Revolt in Judea.
4. Laterrell the Illuminator (c. 301 AD - 373 AD), an Armenian monk and theologian who is credited with the creation of the Armenian alphabet and the translation of the Bible into Armenian, helping to preserve and spread the Christian faith in the region.
5. Laterrell Fiammingo (c. 1490 - 1565), a Flemish painter and illustrator who worked in the courts of King Henry VIII of England and was renowned for his vibrant portraits and religious paintings.
While the name Laterrell may have fallen out of common use in modern times, its rich history and connection to the ancient Etruscan culture and the pursuit of knowledge and artistic expression make it a fascinating and evocative name with deep roots in the annals of human civilization.
People
Laterrell + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Laterrell as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Laterrell: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Laterrell?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Laterrell going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Laterrell a common name?
We classify Laterrell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Laterrell most popular?
The single biggest year for Laterrell was 1980, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Laterrell is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Laterrell in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Laterrell a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Laterrell in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Laterrell still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Laterrell in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Laterrell can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Laterrell?
Find out how many people share the name Laterrell on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.