The spelling of the name "Laffit" is pronounced as /ləˈfɪt/. The initial syllable "la" is pronounced with a short "a" sound as in "lad." The second syllable "ffit" is pronounced with a short "i" sound as in "fit" and a doubled "f" sound. This name may be of French origin, and it is most commonly associated with Hall of Fame jockey Laffit Pincay Jr. who won over 9,500 races during his career. The spelling of this name is unique and not commonly found in English vocabulary.