Latu
A boy's name with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Latu, you're looking at a name that fewer than 5 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The open, approachable ending gives Latu a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Latu is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Latu is a boy's baby name of Polynesian origin, used in Tongan communities meaning 'taro leaf' — the taro plant being a vital, sacred food source in Pacific Island culture. Short and deeply rooted, it is a name that honors ancestry and the land.
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In the American context, Latu is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (2008–2008). American naming is uniquely syncretic — it borrows from dozens of traditions, invents freely, and recombines elements in ways that make strict etymological tracing difficult for many names.
With 5 total births, Latu exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Latu has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2008.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | #13756 | — |
The Story of Latu
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2008, Latu is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Latu are most likely born between 2008 and 2008.
How rare is Latu?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Latu is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2008, peaked in the 2000s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 2008–2008)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | #13756 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2008–2008