Latifah
Latifah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gentle, kind, graceful”.
| Meaning | Gentle, kind, graceful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | لطيفة |
| Pronunciation | la-TEE-fah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Latifah
Latifah is Latifa spelled with a closing h to represent the feminine letter at the end of the Arabic word. This is the version you are most likely to see in Malaysia and Indonesia, and among Muslims who write in English. Whatever the spelling, the name describes a woman who is gentle, kind and refined. In Southeast Asia it is sometimes adapted further, for example as Latipah.
Is Latifah a Muslim name?
Latifah, a feminine Arabic word for gentleness, has long been an established Muslim name.
How popular is Latifah?
Muslims in Indonesia, Malaysia and the Gulf use it often, as do many Muslims living in the West.
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Spellings and variants of Latifah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Latifah mean?
Latifah means 'Gentle, kind, graceful'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Latifah a Muslim name?
Latifah, a feminine Arabic word for gentleness, has long been an established Muslim name.
How do you pronounce Latifah?
Latifah is pronounced la-TEE-fah.
Is Latifah a boy or girl name?
Latifah is usually a girl name.