Latifa
Latifa: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Latifa
- A female given name from Arabic, masculine equivalent Latif.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic لَطِيفَة (laṭīfa).
How popular is Latifa?
Since 1880, 830 girls in the U.S. have been named Latifa. Its highest rank for girls was #2509 in 1980. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Latifa
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Sibling name ideas for Latifa
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Latifa FAQ
What does the name Latifa mean?
A female given name from Arabic, masculine equivalent Latif. Borrowed from Arabic لَطِيفَة (laṭīfa).
What is the origin of the name Latifa?
Latifa is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Latifa?
Since 1880, 830 girls in the U.S. have been named Latifa. Its highest rank for girls was #2509 in 1980. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Latifa a boy or girl name?
Latifa is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 830 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.