Female and male first names beginning with the letter “L”..
LATHASHA
FemaleBeautiful, unique name of African origin derived from Swahili, meaning 'beauty'.
LATHE
MaleRare, unconventional name of Latin origin, derived possibly from the tool used in metalworking and woodturning.
LATHEM
MaleDistinctive American given name with uncertain Old English origins, believed to mean 'fame' or 'reputation'. It's associated with notable figures like physicist Lawrence Lathem.
LATHEN
MaleRare Scottish given name derived from the surname Lawthorn/Lawthorne, potentially originating from a place named after the hazel bush.
LATHENA
FemaleElegant Latin-derived name meaning "from Latium," the mythical homeland of Romulus and Remus. It's unisex, uncommon yet sophisticated, with historical roots in medieval times among Roman Catholics.
LATHISA
FemaleAfrican female name meaning "born on a journey" or "she who brings light.
LATHOMAS
MaleRare Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic word "Lathan," meaning "fuller's earth," with origins possibly traced to North Ayrshire.
LATHON
MaleRare African name of Fulani origin, believed to symbolize strength or courage within that nomadic tribe.
LATHYN
MaleWelsh given name derived from the word "llath", meaning "elm tree". It was traditionally used for boys but can also be used for girls.
LATIA
FemaleRare, Greek-derived feminine name meaning "milk," associated with the nymph Latia who transformed into a river to escape Jupiter's pursuit.
LATIAH
FemaleCaptivating Hebrew name meaning "morning" or "dawn," symbolizing new beginnings and connected to wisdom and timing as per King Solomon's biblical association.
LATIANA
FemaleUnique Latin-origin female name that means "from the city of Latus," an ancient Roman tribe, signifying rich historical heritage.
LATIANNA
FemaleAfrican origin name meaning "mother," often associated with nurturing and maternal instincts.
LATIARA
FemaleLatin-derived female name meaning "broad" or "wide," with a potential connection to the Roman goddess Lara, though its exact history is not well-documented.
LATIASHA
FemaleUnique African American name derived from Latin 'Laetitia', meaning joy or happiness. It gained popularity during the Black Power movement as parents sought culturally significant names.
LATICA
FemaleRare feminine name of Latin origin that generally means 'abundance' or 'wealth', popular among ancient Roman families involved in trade due to its association with prosperity.
LATICE
FemaleUncommon yet captivating given name of Latin origin, meaning 'from the city of Latium' in ancient central Italy.
LATICHA
FemaleLatisha is a name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba name "Latifat", meaning "thankful" or "grateful".
LATICHIA
FemaleAfrican feminine given name derived from the Yoruba culture, meaning "born on Tuesday".
LATICIA
FemaleLatin origin, meaning "from Latium," an ancient region in central Italy, and is also associated with the Latin word for milk, suggesting a connection to fertility or abundance.
LATIEA
FemaleLatiea, of African origin, means "to love" in Swahili. Pronounced /luh-ti-eh/, it has gained popularity recently due to its uniqueness and phonetic similarity to the Latin word 'latiae'.
LATIEF
MaleArabic boy's name meaning 'gentle', one of Allah's sacred names in Islamic tradition.
LATIEKA
FemaleUncommon yet beautiful African name, originating from the Igbo culture of Nigeria. Its meaning, 'waiting for the dawn,' signifies hope and patience during challenging times.
LATIERA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Latin origin, derived from "lata" meaning 'wide' or 'broad', conveying expansiveness, openness, and inclusivity.
LATIERRA
FemaleAmerican female name derived from Latin 'Lati' meaning south and 'Terra' meaning earth, thus signifying 'from the southern earth'. It holds mythological significance associated with Terra, the Roman goddess of Earth, fertility, growth, and nourishment.
LATIESHA
FemaleSwahili female name derived from 'latifu', meaning 'gentle'.
LATIF
MaleArabic origin boy's name meaning 'gentle' or 'mild', traditionally associated with wisdom, learning, and kindness across Islamic cultures.
LATIFA
FemaleArabic female name meaning 'gentle', composed of 'laww' and 'fatwa'. It originates from ancient Arabic culture, appearing in One Thousand and One Nights and as one of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah in Islam. Today, it remains widely popular among global communities.
LATIFAH
FemaleArabic name meaning 'gentle' or 'kind', often associated with sweetness, grace, and compassion.
LATIFFA
FemaleArabic female given name meaning 'gentle' or 'delicate', associated with beauty, grace, and sophistication.
LATIFFANY
FemaleUncommon yet captivating name of African origin, meaning "mild" or "gentle". It gained popularity due to its association with Queen Latifah, an American rapper, singer, and actress who adopted the stage name Latifah. Despite its African roots, Latiffany has primarily gained traction in English-speaking countries like the United States.
LATIFHA
FemaleBeautiful Arabic female given name meaning "gentle" or "kind".
LATIFIA
FemaleUnique Persian name meaning 'kind' or 'gentle'.
LATIGRA
FemaleAfrican-origin name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group, combining 'Lati' (to meet) with 'gra' (goodness).
LATIJERA
FemaleAfrican name of Igbo origin, translating to "God has answered my prayers," reflecting hope and faith.
LATIKA
FemaleUnique Sanskrit name meaning "small plant" or "young shoot," symbolizing growth and vitality.
LATIMA
FemaleElegant African feminine name of Yoruba origin, meaning "beautiful woman.
LATIMER
MaleLatimer, derived from Old English "læte" (late) and "mære" (famous), translates to "famous for being late".
LATINA
FemaleThe feminine given name Latina is of Latin origin, derived from "Latina," meaning "of Latin origin" or "from Latium," an ancient Italian region where the Latin language originated.
LATINIA
FemaleDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning 'related to the Latin people or language', honoring Roman history and culture.