Latifa
Latifa is a girl baby name. Ranked #9,308 in the US, popular nicknames include Lat, Lay, and Latie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Latifa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 817 babies have been named Latifa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Latifa is past its peak , currently ranked #9,308 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,308
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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About the Name Latifa
Latifa is a girl name .
Latifa is currently ranked #9,308 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Latifa include Lat, Lay, Latie, and Latiie. 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