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Nalinah

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Meaning

Lotus

Linguistic Origin

Sanskrit

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Alternate Spellings

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

Pronounced as Nalinah, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

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Etymology

From the Sanskrit nalini, 'lotus,' in an Arabized spelling.

Notable Historical Usage

Naming in the subcontinent draws on a shared stock across communities, so Sanskrit vocabulary and Arabic and Persian names have long circulated in the same regions and sometimes in the same families.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across various Muslim-majority communities, particularly as a girl's name.