لطيفة

Latifa

girlArabic

Latifa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gentle, kind, graceful”.

MeaningGentle, kind, graceful
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingلطيفة
Pronunciationla-TEE-fah
Arabic rootل ط ف (l-ṭ-f) — to be gentle, subtle, kind
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Latifa

Laṭīfa is the feminine of Laṭīf, describing a gentle, kind and refined woman. The word can also mean a pleasant witticism or a subtle point. It has long been popular in Morocco, Egypt, the Gulf and Central Asia, and is used by Afghan and Turkish families as well.

Is Latifa a Muslim name?

Yes. Latifa is an Arabic name with a gentle meaning and is widely used by Muslim families.

Where is the name Latifa used?

Common in Morocco, Egypt, the Gulf states and Afghanistan.

Gifts with the name Latifa

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Spellings and variants of Latifa

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Latifa mean?

Latifa means 'Gentle, kind, graceful'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Latifa a Muslim name?

Yes. Latifa is an Arabic name with a gentle meaning and is widely used by Muslim families.

How do you write Latifa in Arabic?

Latifa is written لطيفة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Latifa?

Latifa is pronounced la-TEE-fah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.