Suci
Suci is a Muslim girl name of Indonesian / Malay (from Sanskrit) origin, meaning “Pure, holy”.
| Meaning | Pure, holy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Indonesian / Malay (from Sanskrit) |
| Pronunciation | SOO-chee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Suci
Suci is a Malay and Indonesian word for pure or holy, which entered the language from the Sanskrit śuci many centuries ago. It is part of ordinary religious vocabulary in Indonesia; Ramadan, for example, is known as bulan suci, the holy month. Indonesian Muslim families often give it to daughters, frequently pairing it with an Arabic name to make a compound.
Is Suci a Muslim name?
Indonesian and Malaysian Muslims use Suci often, although the word reached Malay from Sanskrit rather than Arabic; Tahira and Safiyya are Arabic names with a similar sense of purity.
How popular is Suci?
It is common in Indonesia, often within a compound name such as Suci Rahmawati.
Gifts with the name Suci
- Suci name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Suci baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Suci
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suci mean?
Suci means 'Pure, holy'. It is of Indonesian / Malay (from Sanskrit) origin.
Is Suci a Muslim name?
Indonesian and Malaysian Muslims use Suci often, although the word reached Malay from Sanskrit rather than Arabic; Tahira and Safiyya are Arabic names with a similar sense of purity.
How do you pronounce Suci?
Suci is pronounced SOO-chee.
Is Suci a boy or girl name?
Suci is usually a girl name.