Likely a modern variant of Nathan, meaning gift
Laythan is a contemporary American invention, most likely created by blending the popular 'Lay-' prefix with the traditional name Nathan. As a derivative of Nathan, it carries the Hebrew roots meaning 'he gave' or 'gift'. It follows the modern trend of adding a stylistic twist to established biblical classics.
Less common today
Laythan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,274 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
