Latifa
لطيفةGentle; kind
Girl namesMeaning of Latifa
Gentle; kind
About the name Latifa
Latifa is the feminine form of the Arabic adjective laṭīf, associated with gentleness and subtlety. The same Arabic form can also be a noun meaning a witty remark or joke. That separate noun sense explains why dictionary entries may look different from a name explanation.
At a glance
- Usage
- Girl names
- Origin
- Arabic
- First Arabic letter
- ل
- Arabic letters
- 5
- Pronunciation guide
- la-TEE-fa
- Other spellings
- Lateefa
How to write and say Latifa
- In Arabic
- لطيفة
- In Latin letters
- Latifa
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Latifa?
- Its adjective sense is linked with gentleness and refinement.
- If a dictionary lists “joke,” distinguish that separate noun from the adjective behind the given name.
Sources & further reading
Wiktionary · لطيفة ↗Questions about Latifa
What does Latifa mean?
Gentle; kind
How do you write Latifa in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are لطيفة in Arabic and Latifa in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Latifa?
Our recorded alternatives are Lateefa. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Latifa pronounced?
Our approximate guide is la-TEE-fa. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Why do some dictionaries translate latifa as “joke”?
Arabic laṭīfa can also be a noun for a witty remark. The personal name is explained here through the feminine adjective laṭīf.