Malala — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Malala
Meaning of Malala:
Malala is a name that carries immense strength and resilience. Originating from Arabic and Pashto, Malala means 'grief-stricken' or 'sad'. This name gained worldwide recognition through Malala Yousafzai, a prominent Pakistani activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Malala represents a girl who stands up fearlessly for what she believes in and fights for the rights and education of all children. By choosing the name Malala for your daughter, you are imparting the values of courage, determination, and the pursuit of justice.
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What does the name Malala mean?
Malala is a girl's name of Pashto origin meaning "grief-stricken". Discover its pronunciation, popularity, and similar names.
What is the origin of the name Malala?
Malala is a girl's name of Pashto, Pakistani, Arabic origin.
Is Malala a boy or girl name?
Malala is commonly used as a girl's name.
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