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Lotti

Girl name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lotti: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2021.

Lotti is a charming diminutive of Charlotte, ultimately from the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Through its French-influenced route, it carries that same sense of freedom and strength, often used as an affectionate short form. Notable bearers include Lilli Lehmann, the celebrated German soprano whose full name was Elisabeth Maria Lehmann but who performed under the stage name Lotti; and the delightful character called Lotti in Roald Dahl's *The Witches*. While no major places are named directly after a Lotti, the name shares its root with countless towns and cities named Carl or Charles. For Scottish parents, Lotti offers a lighter, more playful alternative to the ever-popular Charlotte, sitting alongside Lottie as a spirited and modern choice.