Latham

Latham is a surname of English origin. It arose as a toponymic name from places in England named Latham, and over time spread to other English-speaking regions. The surname is borne by many individuals across politics, science, sports, and the arts.

Latham is also used as a place name. The most prominent example in the United States is Latham, New York, a hamlet in the town of Colonie in Albany County. The name appears in other towns and townships in the United States and in Australia, among other countries.

In biology and natural history, Latham's snipe is a species named in honor of the English naturalist John Latham. The name Latham has also been used in the naming of charitable organizations, educational institutions, and commercial enterprises linked to individuals bearing the surname.

The surname Latham is associated with numerous individuals in various fields, reflecting its distribution across English-speaking populations.