Malala

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Meaning

Grieved; Sad

Origin

Pashto

Global Spellings

Arabic ملالا
Urdu ملالہ
Persian ملاله
Bengali মালালা
Pashto ملاله

Alternate Spellings

Capturing elegance and depth, Malala stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Grieved; Sad', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Pashto regions, Malala has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Malala is a Pashto name honoring Malalai of Maiwand, a folk heroine remembered for rallying Afghan fighters in 1880.