Latrish
Feminine name of invented origin, blending Latin and English elements.
Name Census estimates that about 79 living Americans carry the first name Latrish. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Latrish today is around 47 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latrish births was 1980 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latrish. 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 Latrish. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
79
~ 1 in 4,338,663 Americans
Peak year
1980
13 babies that year
Average age
47
years old
1989 SSA rank
#13,564
Tracked since 1971
Popularity
Latrish: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Latrish from the 1970s through to the 1980s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 47 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Latrish 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 Latrish during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Latrish
The name Latrish has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, one of the earliest known written languages that emerged in Mesopotamia around the 3rd millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sumerian words "la," meaning "to carry," and "trish," which translates to "water." The combination of these two words suggests that the name Latrish may have been associated with individuals who were involved in water-related activities or occupations, such as irrigation or fishing.
Records from the Sumerian civilization indicate that the name Latrish was commonly used during the Early Dynastic Period, which spanned from approximately 2900 BCE to 2350 BCE. It appeared in various clay tablet inscriptions and administrative records, suggesting that it was a relatively popular name among the Sumerian people.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Latrish was a high-ranking official who served under the rule of King Shulgi of the Third Dynasty of Ur, around 2094-2047 BCE. This individual's name was inscribed on a cuneiform tablet detailing his responsibilities and achievements during his tenure.
Moving forward in history, the name Latrish resurfaced during the Parthian Empire, which ruled over parts of modern-day Iran, Iraq, and Turkey from 247 BCE to 224 CE. A prominent figure bearing this name was Latrish the Wise, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived during the 1st century BCE. His writings on ethics and moral philosophy were highly influential in the region and were widely studied by scholars of the time.
In the 5th century CE, a notable individual named Latrish the Brave was recorded in the annals of the Sassanid Empire, which ruled over parts of modern-day Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Latrish the Brave was a military commander known for his bravery and strategic prowess in battles against invading forces.
During the Islamic Golden Age, which spanned from the 8th to the 13th century CE, a renowned poet and writer named Latrish al-Basri lived in the city of Basra, located in modern-day Iraq. His eloquent poetry and literary works were celebrated throughout the region and contributed to the flourishing of Arabic literature during this period.
In the 12th century CE, a skilled architect named Latrish al-Andalusi was responsible for the design and construction of several notable structures in the Iberian Peninsula, including the iconic Giralda Tower in Seville, Spain. His architectural achievements were widely recognized and influenced the development of Moorish and Islamic architectural styles in the region.
While the name Latrish has ancient roots and a rich history, its usage declined over time, and it is now considered an uncommon or even obscure name in most parts of the world. However, its linguistic and cultural origins remain an intriguing glimpse into the diverse historical tapestry of civilizations that have shaped our understanding of names and their meanings.
People
Latrish + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Latrish 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
Latrish: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latrish?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 79 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latrish 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 4,338,663 US residents.
Is Latrish a common name?
We classify Latrish as "Very Rare". It ranks above 61.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 86 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latrish most popular?
The single biggest year for Latrish was 1980, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latrish is about 47 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 Latrish in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Latrish a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latrish in the SSA data are female. 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 Latrish still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Latrish 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 Latrish 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 Latrish?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Latrish on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.