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Lotte

Lotte is a girls' name of Dutch origin meaning “free woman.” A Dutch and German diminutive of Charlotte, Lotte was immortalized by Goethe's 'The Sorrows of Young Werther,' where…

how do you pronounce Lotte?

LOT-tuh

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what does Lotte mean?

The name Lotte means “free woman.” It comes from the Dutch language tradition.

A Dutch and German diminutive of Charlotte, Lotte was immortalized by Goethe's 'The Sorrows of Young Werther,' where Lotte is the unattainable beloved. The name is sweet, compact, and carries literary romantic associations. It remains popular throughout the Low Countries.

who are famous people named Lotte?

  • Lotte Lenya (Austrian-American singer and actress)
  • Lotte Reiniger (German silhouette animator pioneer)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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