Indah

girlMalay / IndonesianMuslim

Indah is a Muslim girl name of Malay / Indonesian origin, meaning “Beautiful, lovely”.

MeaningBeautiful, lovely
GenderGirl
OriginMalay / Indonesian
Pronunciationin-DAH
TraditionMuslim
Used inIndonesia, Malaysia, Brunei

Meaning and origin of Indah

Ask a speaker of Malay or Indonesian what indah means and they will say beautiful or lovely; it is an ordinary word in daily use. The name is native to the region rather than borrowed from Arabic, and it carries no religious sense. Parents often combine it with Arabic names, creating pairings such as Nur Indah or Indah Sari. In that setting it blends naturally with other Muslim names.

Is Indah a Muslim name?

Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia use Indah freely. It is a local word for beauty rather than a name from Arabic or the Quran.

How popular is Indah?

Indonesian, Malaysian and Bruneian parents give it to girls very often.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Indah mean?

Indah means 'Beautiful, lovely'. It is of Malay / Indonesian origin.

Is Indah a Muslim name?

Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia use Indah freely. It is a local word for beauty rather than a name from Arabic or the Quran.

How do you pronounce Indah?

Indah is pronounced in-DAH.

Is Indah a boy or girl name?

Indah is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.