Lateefah
girl nameLateefah entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1753 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#1753
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3324 |
| 1980s | #4423 |
| 1990s | #7089 |
| 2000s | #17168 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Lateefah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lateefah alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lateefah in 2025?
- Lateefah is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lateefah most popular?
- Lateefah peaked in 1979, reaching #1753 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lateefah with classmates?
- Lateefah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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