Lotti

Lotti is a name that means "the Free One." It is a pet form of Lotte, which in turn is a diminutive of the name Charlotte. The latter has its origins in the Old High German name Karl.

What does the name Lotti mean?

The name Lotti carries the meaning "the Free One" and is a pet form of Lotte, a diminutive of the name Charlotte, which also traces back to the Old High German name Karl. The roots of the name can be found in the Old Germanic karlaz, meaning "free, young, little man," as well as in the Old High German karal, which stands for "man," "husband," or "beloved." The short form Lotti is especially common in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Hungary. In some countries, such as Italy and Switzerland, Lotti can also appear as a surname. Popular variants of Lotte include Lotta, Lottie, and Lotty.

Where does the name Lotti come from?

The name Lotti has its roots as a variant of Lotte and Charlotte, the feminine pet form of the English and French name Charles. It originates from the Old High German name Karl, which likely derives from the Proto-Germanic karaz (man) as well as its pet form karlaz (young, little man) and the further development karal (man, husband, beloved). In Middle Low German, these terms gave rise to the expression "Kerl," which in the Middle Ages meant "free citizen" or "free man." Therefore, all first names derived from Karl are often translated with "the Free One."

How do you pronounce Lotti?

The pronunciation of Lotti is clear and two-syllable. In German, the name is typically pronounced as "Lot-ti" [ˈlɔti]. The doubling of the "t" creates a closed middle, while the bright ending syllable gives the name a certain lightness. Lotti conveys a familiar and lively feeling and appears down-to-earth, friendly, and present.

When is the name day of Lotti?

The name day for Lotti is celebrated on July 17.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Lotti was predominantly ranked between the Top 100 and Top 140 from the 1920s to the 1940s, placing it in the extended midfield of first names. In the 1950s, the name remained stable in the Top 100 to Top 120, but did not reach the top spots. The 1960s brought stronger fluctuations. At the beginning of the decade, Lotti was still between the Top 150 and Top 200, but fell towards the end into the range of the Top 300 to Top 500.

Nicknames & pet names

Lolli / Lott / Lotta / Lottchen / Lotte / Lottikarotti

Famous people

• Lotti Fraser (English actress)
• Lotti Golden (American musician)
• Lotti Krekel (German actress)
• Lotti Latrous (Founded and runs the AIDS hospital in Abidjan, Ivory Coast)
• Lotti van der Gaag (Dutch painter)