Lerato
Fact sheet
- Name
- Lerato
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The first name Lerato has its origin in Southern Africa and is translated into English as "the love." This name comes from the Sotho language and is derived from the word lerato, which also means "the love."
What does the name Lerato mean?
The name Lerato, used for girls, has its roots in Southern Africa and can be directly translated to "the love" in English. It comes from the Sotho language and is derived from the term lerato, which also means "the love." An alternative spelling of the name is Lorato.
Where does the name Lerato come from?
Lerato is a female first name that comes from the Sotho language and carries the meaning "the love." The term lerato means "the love" in Sotho and belongs to the South African languages.
How do you pronounce Lerato?
Le-ra-to
Popularity
In Germany, Lerato is a rather rare first name. In 2014, it reached the 4,003rd place on the list of the most common female baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, Lerato was used as a first name in Germany less than 10 times, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. For the worldwide popularity and frequency of Lerato, you can find the rankings in the name charts of various countries here.
Famous people
- Lerato Chabangu (footballer from South Africa)
Frequently asked questions about the name Lerato
Where does the name Lerato come from?
The name Lerato has its roots in the Sotho language, which is spoken in South Africa.
What does the name Lerato mean?
Lerato means 'the love' in English and is directly derived from the term lerato.
How popular is the name Lerato?
Lerato is quite popular in South Africa and other parts of Africa, while it is less common in other regions.