Lupin

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Lupin Pronunciation

Lupin is pronounced LOO-pin /ˈlu.pɪn/High

Meaning: From Latin lupus, 'a wolf' — also the lupine flower; familiar from the characters Arsène Lupin and Remus Lupin; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A wolf; the lupine flower: Lupin is Latin. Crisp, modern, and warm.

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MeaningFrom Latin lupus, 'a wolf' — also the lupine flower; familiar from the characters Arsène Lupin and Remus Lupin; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#7068 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 40

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Lupin comes from Latin lupus, 'a wolf' — also the lupine flower (named for the plant's supposed 'wolfing' of the soil); familiar from Arsène Lupin and Remus Lupin (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (said 'LOO-pin'; nickname Lup).

In the U.S. it registers thinly. Rare, a-wolf-and-the-lupine-flower at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Lupin comes from Latin lupus, 'a wolf' — and names the lupine flower — familiar from the gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin and from Remus Lupin in Harry Potter — a crisp, modern name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'LOO-pin').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Lupin — routes layered

Variations

LupineLupyn

Nicknames

Lup

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Latin Nature-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lupin?

Lupin is pronounced LOO-pin (/ˈlu.pɪn/). Press play above to hear Lupin said aloud.

How do you say Lupin?

Lupin is said LOO-pin (/ˈlu.pɪn/). Press play above to hear Lupin said aloud.

What does the name Lupin mean?

Lupin is Latin for 'a wolf' (lupus) — also the lupine flower; familiar from Arsène and Remus Lupin; the routes are layered.

Is Lupin a boy or girl name?

Lupin is a boy's name.

How popular is Lupin?

Lupin is a rare name in the U.S.