# Lutin – First Name Dictionary — 15,000 baby names & origins

> Extensive dictionary of over 15,000 baby names with origins, pronunciations, and search features. (iPhone/iPad app by Lars Bergelt.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lutin-first-name-dictionary/id311419742 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lars Bergelt](https://appshunter.io/developer/294176951)
- Category: Reference, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2009-04-14
- Data updated: 2026-11-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lutin-first-name-dictionary/id311419742/reviews.md

## What is Lutin?

Searching for the right name, just like the miller's daughter in Rumpelstiltskin? Lutin helps you find it among more than 15,000 first names for girls and boys.

EVERYTHING ABOUT EVERY NAME
• Origin and source language
• The countries and languages where the name is used
• Phonetic spelling and spoken pronunciation
• Name days, male and female forms, variants
• Preview with your last name, including initials

FIND, DON'T SEARCH
• Lightning-fast search that ignores accents
• Filters for girls, boys, unisex and favorites
• Discover: swipe names left or right like cards
• Random name: just shake your iPhone
• Name of the day and Siri shortcuts

YOUR LIST
• Save favorites with a swipe and rate them with hearts
• Add your own notes to any name
• Add names that are still missing
• Share names with family and friends

LUTIN PLUS – BUY ONCE, KEEP FOREVER
• Choose together: compare favorites with your partner and see your matches
• Name check for first, middle and last name
• Compare two names, find sibling names
• Advanced filters: origin, language, first letter, ending, length, syllables
• iCloud sync and favorites as PDF
Bought Lutin before version 4? Plus is included for you.

MADE FOR EVERY IPHONE – AND IPHONE DUO
Lutin adapts to every screen: compact with side controls when closed, list and details side by side when open. The fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin reads like an open book on iPhone Duo. On iPad, too.

PRIVACY
Lutin works completely offline. No account, no ads, no tracking – your favorites and notes stay on your device (or in your private iCloud).

By the way: "Lutin" is French for goblin, a nod to the Brothers Grimm fairy tale in which a name had to be found as well. The story is included in the app.

## Key features

- 15,000+ baby names
- Origin and language details
- Phonetic spelling and pronunciation
- Fast search ignoring accents
- Card-swiping discovery
- Save and rate favorites
- Offline functionality

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lutin Plus | $3.99 | one-time |


## Is Lutin safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Lutin.

## Is Lutin legit?

Lutin – First Name Dictionary appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Lutin is 90 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lutin-first-name-dictionary/id311419742/reviews.md

### 4/5 — ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

*2026-11-06*

Endlich, nach Jahren, wurde das Update durchgeführt! Es hat sich vieles verbessert. Leider werden bei der Herkunft immer noch viele Namen nicht richtig angezeigt oder als „unbekannt“ angegeben. Ich denke aber, dass sich das mit der Zeit noch verbessern wird.

Trotzdem vielen Dank für das Update und die Verbesserungen!

**Developer response:** Hallo, danke für deinen Hinweis – das Update ist da! Lutin 4.0 enthält über 15.000 Vornamen mit Namenstagen, weiblichen und männlichen Formen und Varianten. Die Suche findet Namen auch ohne Akzente und Umlaute. Fehlt trotzdem ein Name, kannst du ihn über das Plus-Symbol selbst anlegen. Schreib uns den Namen gern auch über Info › Support kontaktieren, dann nehmen wir ihn ins Lexikon auf. Lutin ist jetzt kostenlos, und als Käufer einer früheren Version bekommst du Lutin Plus geschenkt.

### 1/5 — Müll.

*2017-11-08*

Punctum!!

**Developer response:** Hallo, danke für deine Bewertung. Wir haben Lutin mit Version 4.0 von Grund auf neu entwickelt: neues Design, über 15.000 Namen mit Herkunft, Namenstagen und Varianten, schnelle Suche, Filter und ein Entdecken-Modus zum Wischen. Lutin ist jetzt kostenlos, und als Käufer einer früheren Version bekommst du Lutin Plus geschenkt. Gib der App gern eine zweite Chance. Wenn dir etwas fehlt, schreib uns über Info › Support kontaktieren.

### 1/5 — Preis-Leistung utopisch

*2015-02-10*

App ist in meinen Augen einfach gestrickt, man scrollt sich doof und scheinbar gibt es darin mehr exotische (albanische, türkische, ...!?) Namen als die gängigen in Deutschland. Sorry, möchte mein Geld zurück!

**Developer response:** Hallo Liliana, danke für dein ehrliches Feedback. Du hattest recht: Die alte Version war zu einfach, und das Scrollen durch lange Listen war mühsam. Lutin 4.0 ist komplett neu und jetzt kostenlos. Es gibt über 15.000 Namen, eine Suche (auch ohne Akzente und Umlaute), Filter für Mädchen, Jungen und Unisex sowie den Entdecken-Modus. Mit Lutin Plus kannst du zusätzlich nach Herkunft und Sprache filtern, zum Beispiel nur deutsche Namen. Plus bekommst du als Käuferin einer früheren Version geschenkt. Wir würden uns freuen, wenn du die neue Version ausprobierst!

### 2/5 — I'll give it two stars but..

*2013-08-10*

I want a refund.

This app has a plethora of names in it sure, but all it does is tell you the country and language of origin.  This is nice but I'd like to know what the names actually mean.  

Maybe I'm being harsh and should've read the description before purchasing.

Two stars are plenty here.

**Developer response:** Hi Mikey, thanks for your honest review. We rebuilt Lutin from scratch for version 4.0, and it's now free. As a previous buyer, you get Lutin Plus as a gift. Plus includes advanced filters, the name check, comparisons, iCloud sync and choosing names together with your partner. For every name, Lutin shows the origin, where the name is used, pronunciation, name day and variants. Meanings are at the top of our list. We only add them from freely usable, verified sources and are working on it. We'd be glad if you gave the new version a try!

### 2/5 — Bitte update

*2012-05-20*

findet viele namen nicht.

**Developer response:** Hallo, danke für deinen Hinweis – das Update ist da! Lutin 4.0 enthält über 15.000 Vornamen mit Namenstagen, weiblichen und männlichen Formen und Varianten. Die Suche findet Namen auch ohne Akzente und Umlaute. Fehlt trotzdem ein Name, kannst du ihn über das Plus-Symbol selbst anlegen. Schreib uns den Namen gern auch über Info › Support kontaktieren, dann nehmen wir ihn ins Lexikon auf. Lutin ist jetzt kostenlos, und als Käufer einer früheren Version bekommst du Lutin Plus geschenkt.

### 1/5 — 0 Stern

*2009-09-18*

Leute diese Apl. Ist 10000 mal schlechter als die andere Anbieter. Ich habe 5€ für Diese App. Investiert für nichts. Die Apl. ( name ) ist konstenlos und hat viele schöne und bessere Namen

## Frequently asked questions about Lutin

### What is Lutin?

Lutin is a comprehensive dictionary app that helps users find baby names. It offers over 15,000 first names for girls and boys, along with detailed information about their origins, languages, and pronunciations.

### Does Lutin have ads?

No, Lutin is completely ad-free. The app prioritizes user privacy and does not display advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted experience.

### What information does Lutin provide for each name?

For each name, Lutin provides its origin and source language, countries and languages where it's used, phonetic spelling and spoken pronunciation, name days, male and female forms, and variants. It also allows a preview with your last name.

### How can I find names in Lutin?

Lutin offers lightning-fast search that ignores accents, filters for girls, boys, and unisex names, and a 'Discover' feature where you swipe names like cards. You can also shake your iPhone for a random name.

### Can I save names I like in Lutin?

Yes, you can save your favorite names with a swipe, rate them with hearts, add your own notes, and even add names that are missing from the dictionary. These favorites can be synced via iCloud if you purchase Lutin Plus.

### What are the features of Lutin Plus?

Lutin Plus offers advanced features such as comparing favorites with a partner to see matches, name checking for first, middle, and last names, comparing two names, finding sibling names, and advanced filters for origin, language, and more. It also includes iCloud sync and PDF export.

### Is Lutin available on iPad?

Yes, Lutin adapts to every screen, including iPads. The app provides a comfortable viewing experience with side-by-side lists and details when open.

### How often is Lutin updated?

Lutin was last updated to version 4.0.0 on November 5, 2026. While the provided data indicates a future update date, typically apps in this category receive regular updates for new features and name additions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.0 — 2026-11-05

Lutin 4.0 – completely rebuilt!
• New design inspired by the Weather app
• Optimized for iPhone Duo (all poses) and now available on iPad
• 15,000+ names with name days, male/female forms and variants
• Discover mode: swipe through names, rate your favorites
• Lutin Plus: choose together, name check, compare, advanced filters, iCloud sync – included for previous buyers
• Siri shortcuts and Spotlight search
• Edit and delete your own names
• Now works completely offline – no tracking
Your existing favorites and own names are imported automatically.

### 3.0.0 — 2019-09-05

• iOS 12 compatibility
• iPhone XS Max, XS and XR compatibility
• steady expansion of the database through an online database
I thank all the users for your feedback.

### 2.0.0 — 2015-02-06

• Complete new programming
• iOS 8 compatibility
• iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus compatibility
• steady expansion of the database through an online database

I thank all the users for your feedback.

### 1.1.0 — 2009-10-06

- Bug fixed in the detailed display of the last viewed name 
- In the search, the table is now no longer disappears behind the keyboard

### 1.0.1 — 2009-06-15

Minor bug fixes.

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