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Naftuli Pronunciation

Naftuli is pronounced nahf-TOO-lee /nɑfˈtu.li/Medium

Meaning: Yiddish form of Naphtali — Hebrew Naftali, 'my struggle, wrestling' — Jacob's sonMedium

In 30 seconds: Jacob's son, in warm Yiddish: Naftuli is the Ashkenazi Naphtali — 'my struggle, wrestling'. Traditional, deep-rooted, and tender.

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Origin HighHebrew, Yiddish

MeaningYiddish form of Naphtali — Hebrew Naftali, 'my struggle, wrestling' — Jacob's son

U.S. rank (2024)#4027 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births27 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 639

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Naftuli is the Yiddish form of Naphtali — Hebrew Naftali, 'my struggle, wrestling' — the sixth son of Jacob and a tribe of Israel. Standard in Orthodox and Hasidic communities, it's warm and traditional.

In the U.S. it appears in Orthodox communities. Rare, my-struggle at the root, and traditional.

Did you know? Naphtali was one of Jacob's twelve sons, his name meaning 'my struggle/wrestling' — Naftuli is the cozy Yiddish form, standard in Hasidic life.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Naphtali — root etymology

Variations

NaphtaliNaftaliNaftole

Nicknames

Tuli

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Naftuli?

Naftuli is pronounced nahf-TOO-lee (/nɑfˈtu.li/). Press play above to hear Naftuli said aloud.

How do you say Naftuli?

Naftuli is said nahf-TOO-lee (/nɑfˈtu.li/). Press play above to hear Naftuli said aloud.

What does the name Naftuli mean?

Naftuli is the Yiddish Naphtali, Hebrew for 'my struggle, wrestling'.

Is Naftuli a boy or girl name?

Naftuli is a boy's name.

How popular is Naftuli?

Naftuli is a rare name in the U.S., used in Orthodox communities.