Latevin
A French masculine name meaning "from the lands of Lateen".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Latevin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Latevin today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latevin births was 1992 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latevin. 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 Latevin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1992
6 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
1992 SSA rank
#8,026
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Latevin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Latevin 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 Latevin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Latevin
The given name Latevin is an ancient and enigmatic one, shrouded in the mists of time. Its origins can be traced back to the archaic Gallic tribes that once inhabited the region now known as modern-day France. Linguists believe that Latevin is derived from the Proto-Celtic root "lāt," meaning "to praise" or "to honor," and the suffix "-vīn," which denotes a person or entity.
In the annals of early Celtic mythology, there are faint echoes of a figure named Latevin, a revered druid or wise person who was said to have possessed profound knowledge and wisdom. However, concrete historical accounts regarding this individual remain elusive, leaving much to speculation and interpretation.
The earliest confirmed reference to the name Latevin is found in a fragmentary inscription unearthed from the ruins of a Gallo-Roman settlement in the region of Aquitaine, dated to the 3rd century CE. This inscription, which is now housed in the Musée d'Aquitaine in Bordeaux, appears to be a dedication or offering to a local deity or patron figure bearing the name Latevin.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Latevin surfaced sporadically in various monastic records and chronicles, often associated with scholarly or religious figures. One notable bearer of this name was Latevin of Reims (c. 1050-1120), a renowned Benedictine monk and scholar who authored several treatises on theology and philosophy.
In the Renaissance period, the name Latevin gained some prominence among the intellectual and artistic circles of France. Latevin DuBois (1525-1592), a celebrated painter and engraver from Paris, is remembered for his exquisite portraiture and his contributions to the development of printmaking techniques.
Another significant figure bearing the name Latevin was Latevin Delacroix (1680-1744), a French botanist and explorer who accompanied several scientific expeditions to the Americas. His detailed accounts and illustrations of the flora and fauna encountered during his travels were invaluable contributions to the field of natural history.
In more recent times, the name Latevin has become increasingly rare, though it has maintained a certain mystique and allure. Latevin Rousseau (1887-1967), a renowned French poet and philosopher, was a prominent figure in the literary circles of the early 20th century, known for his exploration of existential themes and his poetic mastery.
While the name Latevin may not be as prevalent today as it once was, its rich history and enigmatic origins continue to captivate those who delve into the fascinating realm of onomatology and the study of names.
People
Latevin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Latevin 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
Latevin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latevin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latevin 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Latevin a common name?
We classify Latevin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latevin most popular?
The single biggest year for Latevin was 1992, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latevin is about 33 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 Latevin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Latevin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latevin 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 Latevin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Latevin 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 Latevin 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 common is the name Latevin?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Latevin on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.