Maleehah
Maleehah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Charming, pretty, pleasing”.
| Meaning | Charming, pretty, pleasing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مليحة |
| Pronunciation | mah-LEE-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Maleehah
Maleehah writes Malīḥa with an extra 'h' at the end, marking the Arabic feminine ending known as tāʾ marbūṭa. It means exactly what Maleeha means, describing a girl or woman with charm and appeal. The root, m-l-ḥ, carries the sense of being pleasing. Families who want the Arabic ending to show in English letters often pick this form, especially in the diaspora.
Is Maleehah a Muslim name?
Maleehah is simply another spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Maleeha, with the same sense of charm and prettiness.
How popular is Maleehah?
Used mostly by South Asian families and in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Maleehah
- Maleehah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Maleehah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Maleehah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maleehah mean?
Maleehah means 'Charming, pretty, pleasing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Maleehah a Muslim name?
Maleehah is simply another spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Maleeha, with the same sense of charm and prettiness.
How do you pronounce Maleehah?
Maleehah is pronounced mah-LEE-hah.
Is Maleehah a boy or girl name?
Maleehah is usually a girl name.