Melati

girlMalay / Indonesian

Melati is a Muslim girl name meaning “Jasmine”.

MeaningJasmine
GenderGirl
OriginMalay / Indonesian
Pronunciationmeh-LAH-tee
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Melati

Melati is the Malay and Indonesian word for jasmine, specifically the Arabian jasmine that is Indonesia's national flower. As a girl's name it suggests purity and fragrance. It is used among Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia, sometimes as a middle name.

Is Melati a Muslim name?

Melati is a Malay word rather than an Arabic name, but it is used by Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia. Yasmin is the Arabic-Persian name with the same meaning.

Where is the name Melati used?

Used in Indonesia and Malaysia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Melati mean?

Melati means 'Jasmine'. It comes from Malay / Indonesian.

Is Melati a Muslim name?

Melati is a Malay word rather than an Arabic name, but it is used by Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia. Yasmin is the Arabic-Persian name with the same meaning.

How do you pronounce Melati?

Melati is pronounced meh-LAH-tee.

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