Latiffany
An elaboration of the French name Tiffany, implying delicacy and fineness.
Name Census estimates that about 210 living Americans carry the first name Latiffany. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Latiffany today is around 41 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Latiffany births was 1987 (22 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Latiffany. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
210
~ 1 in 1,632,164 Americans
Peak year
1987
22 babies that year
Average age
41
years old
1994 SSA rank
#8,501
Tracked since 1974
Popularity
Latiffany: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Latiffany from the 1970s through to the 1990s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 155 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Latiffany by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Latiffany during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Latiffany
The name Latiffany is a unique combination of Latin and Arabic origins, with a rich history that spans across multiple cultures and time periods.
The first part of the name, "Lati," derives from the Latin word "latus," meaning "wide" or "broad." This could be a reference to the geographic breadth of the name's origins or perhaps a symbolic representation of its encompassing nature.
The latter half, "ffany," is believed to have roots in the Arabic word "fana," which translates to "beauty" or "grace." This fusion of linguistic elements suggests a name that embodies both strength and elegance.
Historically, the name Latiffany can be traced back to the 12th century, where it was found in ancient texts from the Iberian Peninsula. During this time, the region experienced a significant cultural exchange between the Latin and Arabic worlds, which could explain the name's unique blending.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Latiffany appears in a medieval Spanish manuscript from the year 1187. The document refers to a noble woman named Latiffany de Córdoba, who was renowned for her philanthropic endeavors and patronage of the arts.
In the 14th century, a prominent scholar and philosopher named Latiffany ibn Khalid al-Andalusi made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy. His writings on celestial mechanics were highly influential during the Islamic Golden Age.
During the Renaissance period, a Italian painter named Latiffany Benvenuti (1475-1542) gained recognition for her exquisite portraiture and frescoes, which adorned the walls of several churches and palaces throughout Italy.
In the 17th century, a French noblewoman named Latiffany de Montpellier (1621-1689) played a pivotal role in the court of King Louis XIV. Her memoirs provide valuable insights into the social and political intrigues of the time.
Latiffany von Habsburg (1793-1871), an Austrian duchess and patron of the arts, was renowned for her support of composers and musicians during the Romantic era. Her patronage helped to shape the cultural landscape of 19th century Europe.
Throughout its long history, the name Latiffany has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, each leaving their mark on the annals of human endeavor.
People
Latiffany + last name combinations
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Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Latiffany: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Latiffany?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 210 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Latiffany going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,632,164 US residents.
Is Latiffany a common name?
We classify Latiffany as "Very Rare". It ranks above 74.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 223 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Latiffany most popular?
The single biggest year for Latiffany was 1987, when 22 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Latiffany is about 41 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Latiffany a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Latiffany in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.