Maliha

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Maliha Pronunciation

Maliha is pronounced mah-LEE-hah /mɑˈli.hɑ/High

Meaning: From Arabic maliha, 'beautiful, comely, charming, graceful'High

In 30 seconds: Beauty and charm: Maliha is Arabic for 'beautiful, graceful, comely' — a name of elegance and warmth. Soft, lovely, and beloved.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic maliha, 'beautiful, comely, charming, graceful'

U.S. rank (2024)#4152 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births35 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,400

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Maliha comes from Arabic maliha, 'beautiful, comely, charming, graceful'. A long-loved name across the Arab world and South Asia, it carries elegance and gentle warmth.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab and South Asian families. Rare, beautiful at the root, and graceful.

Did you know? Maliha means 'beautiful, charming' in Arabic — often with a sense of sweet, comely grace; it's a cherished classic across the Arab and South Asian worlds.

Overall data confidence 85%

Arabic references — maliha — etymology

Variations

MaleehaMalihahMeliha

Nicknames

Mali

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Maliha?

Maliha is pronounced mah-LEE-hah (/mɑˈli.hɑ/). Press play above to hear Maliha said aloud.

How do you say Maliha?

Maliha is said mah-LEE-hah (/mɑˈli.hɑ/). Press play above to hear Maliha said aloud.

What does the name Maliha mean?

Maliha is Arabic for 'beautiful, comely, charming, graceful'.

Is Maliha a boy or girl name?

Maliha is a girl's name.

How popular is Maliha?

Maliha is a rare name in the U.S.