Sotho

Lerato

Pronounced leh-RAH-toShare

Meaning: Love

  • Gender-neutral
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

The Sotho word for love, used as a given name across genders. The meaning is direct and the three-syllable rhythm is open and flowing.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Lerato comes from Sotho.

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