Lion; small lion
Laithan is a modern elaboration of the Arabic name Laith, which means lion. It combines the strength of the traditional root with a popular '-an' suffix common in English-speaking countries. It is often chosen by parents seeking a unique alternative to names like Nathan or Levi.
Less common today
Laithan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,244 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
