Naftuli

Naftuli is a masculine name with Jewish origins, primarily used in Hasidic and Orthodox Jewish communities. It's a variant of Naftali (or Naphtali), one of the twelve sons of Jacob in the Hebrew Bible and a patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name derives from Hebrew roots relating to 'wrestling' or 'struggle,' with biblical significance from Genesis where Rachel says, 'With mighty wrestlings I have wrestled with my sister and have prevailed.' Naftuli maintains strong cultural and religious significance within Jewish communities, particularly among more traditional or observant families. Outside these communities, the name remains quite rare, preserving its distinctive cultural identity and heritage connections.

Pronounced naf-TOO-lee.

As of October 2026, Naftuli ranked #3917 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2483 for boys in 2005.