Gentle, kind, pleasant
Derived from the Arabic root l-t-f, Latif is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islamic tradition, specifically Al-Latif. It conveys qualities of subtle kindness, refinement, and graciousness. It is widely used across the Muslim world and is appreciated for its soft phonetic sound and virtuous meaning.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Latif in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Canadian-American researcher and host of Radiolab
Iraqi author and former combatant
Ghanaian professional soccer player
