👧 Malala — Name Meaning & Origin

Malala

“Grief-stricken (named after Malalai of Maiwand)”

Gender👧 Girl
OriginPashto
ReligionMuslim
Used inPakistan, Afghanistan · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Numerology4 — practical, loyal and hard-working
Letters6 · starts with M
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Malala?

Malala means "Grief-stricken (named after Malalai of Maiwand)" (Pashto origin).

Is Malala a boy or girl name?

Malala is a girl's name.

Which religion is the name Malala from?

Malala is used as a Muslim name in Pakistan, Afghanistan.

What is the lucky number for Malala?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Malala adds up to 4, linked with being practical, loyal and hard-working.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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