UK girl's name
Lateen
A feminine name derived from French meaning "of Latin descent".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lateen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lateen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 3 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2014 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Lateen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lateen ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 3 girls were registered as Lateen.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lateen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5687
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2014
3 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Lateen mean?
The name Lateen has its origins in the Arabic language and can be traced back to the 9th century. It is derived from the Arabic word "latīn," which means "flexible" or "pliant." This name was likely given to individuals who were known for their adaptability or resilience.
In the early Islamic era, the name Lateen was found in various historical records and manuscripts, particularly those from the Middle East and North Africa. It was a popular name among Arab scholars and poets, as well as members of the nobility and ruling classes.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lateen can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab poet and philosopher, Al-Mutanabbi (915-965 CE). He mentioned a man named Lateen ibn Abi Bakr, who was a renowned calligrapher and scholar during the Abbasid Caliphate.
Another notable figure from history who bore the name Lateen was Lateen al-Baghdadi (1002-1071 CE), a celebrated mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad. He made significant contributions to the field of algebra and wrote several influential treatises on various mathematical concepts.
In the 12th century, a famous Islamic scholar and philosopher named Lateen al-Andalusi (1116-1185 CE) gained recognition for his works on logic, metaphysics, and ethics. He was born in Cordoba, Spain, and his writings had a profound impact on the intellectual landscape of the time.
During the Mamluk Sultanate in Egypt and Syria (1250-1517 CE), there was a renowned military leader named Lateen al-Mansuri (1285-1349 CE). He played a crucial role in defending the Mamluk territories against the Mongol invasions and is celebrated for his strategic military achievements.
Another notable figure who carried the name Lateen was Lateen al-Dimashqi (1512-1584 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar and poet from Damascus. He was highly regarded for his contributions to the study of Islamic jurisprudence and his poetic works, which were widely admired in the Ottoman Empire.
These are just a few examples of the historical figures who bore the name Lateen, showcasing its rich heritage and cultural significance in the Arabic-speaking world. The name continues to be used in various parts of the Middle East and North Africa, carrying with it a sense of adaptability and resilience.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lateen over time
The chart below shows babies named Lateen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lateen, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lateen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lateen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5616 | 9 | 3 |
| 2010s | #5679 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Lateen
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Lateen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lateen in the UK right now?
In 2023, Lateen was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Lateen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 3 babies registered as Lateen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lateen?
A feminine name derived from French meaning "of Latin descent".
How many people are called Lateen in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Lateen across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.