Slater

Slater is an English occupational surname, referring to a craftsman who lays slates for roofing. It connects directly to a trade requiring precision, durability, and hard work. This name has been a marker of lineage in England for centuries, its presence noted in American records from the early 20th century.

When you think of a name that feels solid, practical, and capable, 'Slater' comes to mind. For your son, it’s a name that carries the quiet dignity of a craftsman, someone who builds and protects. Writing it on his birth announcement, you'll feel the reassuring sense of dependable strength he will embody.