لاله

Laleh

girlPersian

Laleh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Tulip”.

MeaningTulip
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingلاله
Pronunciationlah-LEH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Laleh

Laleh is the Persian word for tulip, a flower that has long been a symbol in Persian poetry and art. It is a well-loved girls' name in Iran and Afghanistan, and the same word gives Turkish Lale. It has no Arabic root.

Is Laleh a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Laleh is a Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan.

Where is the name Laleh used?

Common in Iran and Afghanistan; Lale is the Turkish form.

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Spellings and variants of Laleh

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Laleh mean?

Laleh means 'Tulip'. It comes from Persian.

Is Laleh a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Laleh is a Persian name, not an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan.

How do you write Laleh in Arabic?

Laleh is written لاله in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Laleh?

Laleh is pronounced lah-LEH.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.