Maleeha: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahl-eh-ehh-ah
Origin: Jordan
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Woman with a happy

Maleeha is a beautiful and meaningful name with deep roots in Arabic and Urdu cultures. It means "woman with a happy, glowing face, " "beautiful, " and "well-spoken. " The name is derived from the Quranic root M-L-H6, which signifies salt or beauty. Over time, the use of Maleeha has remained consistent in its significance, symbolizing elegance and grace. The name's importance lies in its timeless beauty and the positive qualities it embodies, making it a popular choice for Muslim families.

Maleeha Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Maleeha is currently #16757 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Maleeha is currently #9552 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Maleeha is currently #8135 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Maleeha is currently #4591 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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