Mulia
Mulia is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Noble, honourable, glorious”.
| Meaning | Noble, honourable, glorious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit) |
| Pronunciation | moo-LEE-ah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Mulia
Mulia is an ordinary Malay and Indonesian word meaning noble, honourable or glorious, used in respectful phrases such as Yang Mulia (Your Highness or Your Honour). The word itself goes back to Sanskrit mūlya, 'precious, valuable', and entered Malay long before Islam. As a given name it is uncommon and appears for both boys and girls in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Is Mulia a Muslim name?
Mulia is not Arabic, but it is used as a name by Muslim families in Malaysia and Indonesia because of its positive meaning of nobility and honour. Its meaning is close to Arabic names such as Nabila, Karima or Sharifa.
Where is the name Mulia used?
Found occasionally in Indonesia and Malaysia, more often as part of a compound name than on its own.
Gifts with the name Mulia
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Spellings and variants of Mulia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mulia mean?
Mulia means 'Noble, honourable, glorious'. It comes from Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit).
Is Mulia a Muslim name?
Mulia is not Arabic, but it is used as a name by Muslim families in Malaysia and Indonesia because of its positive meaning of nobility and honour. Its meaning is close to Arabic names such as Nabila, Karima or Sharifa.
How do you pronounce Mulia?
Mulia is pronounced moo-LEE-ah.