NAME PROFILE
Latifah
Latifah is an Arabic name meaning 'gentle' or 'kind.' It conveys a sense of warmth and compassion, often associated with a person who embodies kindness and strength in their character.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,476 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1990 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1976 |
| Most recent | 1996 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Arabic, African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 36%NY — 20%NJ — 20%IL — 13%FL — 11%
Notable People
Queen Latifah (Singer, Actress, *Chicago*) · Latifah Muhammad (Journalist) · Latifah Nasir (Activist)
Nicknames & Diminutives
TifaLati
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