Latif
Latif is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,047 in the US, popular nicknames include Lat, Lay, and Latie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Latif first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 411 babies have been named Latif in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Latif is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #7,047 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,047
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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About the Name Latif
Latif is a boy name .
Latif is currently ranked #7,047 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Latif include Lat, Lay, and Latie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis