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Lotfi

Boy name · Arabic

Meaningkind, gentle · Arabic

Lotfi is an Arabic boy name meaning “kind, gentle”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Lotfi

Lotfi is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “kind, gentle”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Lotfi at school.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Lotfi

What does the name Lotfi mean?

Lotfi means “kind, gentle” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Sameer (“gentle breeze”), Clement (“merciful, gentle”), Gareth (“gentle”) and Breeze (“gentle wind”).

What is the origin of the name Lotfi?

Lotfi is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).

Is Lotfi a boy or girl name?

Lotfi is a boy name.

What names are similar to Lotfi?

If you like Lotfi, you might also like Sameer, Clement, Gareth and Breeze.

What should I know before naming my baby Lotfi?

Lotfi is an Arabic boy name meaning “kind, gentle”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.