Lateefa
Lateefa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gentle, kind, refined”.
| Meaning | Gentle, kind, refined |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لطيفة |
| Pronunciation | la-TEE-fah |
| Arabic root | ل ط ف (l-ṭ-f) — to be gentle, subtle |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lateefa
Lateefa is the South Asian and Gulf spelling of Laṭīfa, gentle and kind, the feminine of Laṭīf. Al-Laṭīf, the Subtle and Kind, is a name of God. In Sufi thought laṭīfa also refers to a subtle spiritual centre of the heart.
Is Lateefa a Muslim name?
Yes. Lateefa is a Muslim girl's name meaning gentle and kind.
Is Lateefa in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Does He who created not know, while He is the Subtle, the Aware?' (Quran 67:14).
Where is the name Lateefa used?
Used in the Gulf and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Lateefa
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Spellings and variants of Lateefa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lateefa mean?
Lateefa means 'Gentle, kind, refined'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Lateefa a Muslim name?
Yes. Lateefa is a Muslim girl's name meaning gentle and kind.
How do you write Lateefa in Arabic?
Lateefa is written لطيفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lateefa?
Lateefa is pronounced la-TEE-fah.
Is Lateefa mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Does He who created not know, while He is the Subtle, the Aware?' (Quran 67:14).