Luthando
Meaninglove · Xhosa
Luthando is an African gender-neutral name meaning “love”, with Xhosa roots. 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
Did you know?
- Word funLuthando doesn't repeat a single letter: 8 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Luthando would score 12 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
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 Luthando
Luthando is a gender-neutral name of African origin meaning “love”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Luthando at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:African names
More African names
- Girl name: Layla · night
- Unisex name: Zuri · beautiful
- Girl name: Aisha · alive
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Girl name: Zahra · radiant, bright
Questions about the name Luthando
What does the name Luthando mean?
Luthando means “love” and comes from Xhosa. Names built around “love” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Nayeli (“possibly I love you”), Amanda (“worthy of love”), Love (“love”) and Eros (“love”).
What is the origin of the name Luthando?
Luthando is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Xhosa. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Luthando a boy or girl name?
Both. Luthando is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
What names are similar to Luthando?
If you like Luthando, you might also like Nayeli, Amanda, Love and Eros.
What should I know before naming my baby Luthando?
Luthando is an African gender-neutral name meaning “love”, with Xhosa roots. 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.