Puteri

girlMalay (from Sanskrit)

Puteri is a Muslim girl name meaning “Princess; daughter”.

MeaningPrincess; daughter
GenderGirl
OriginMalay (from Sanskrit)
Pronunciationpoo-teh-REE
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Puteri

Puteri is the standard Malaysian spelling of Putri, from Sanskrit putrī, 'daughter'. In Malay it chiefly means princess, as in the legendary Puteri Gunung Ledang. It is often used as the first element of a compound girl's name, such as Puteri Nur Aisyah, and is also a title for daughters of some royal and noble families.

Is Puteri a Muslim name?

Puteri is not Arabic, but it is a common name among Muslim families in Malaysia and Brunei, usually combined with an Arabic name like Nur, Aisyah or Sofea.

Where is the name Puteri used?

Common in Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore, mostly within compound names.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Puteri mean?

Puteri means 'Princess; daughter'. It comes from Malay (from Sanskrit).

Is Puteri a Muslim name?

Puteri is not Arabic, but it is a common name among Muslim families in Malaysia and Brunei, usually combined with an Arabic name like Nur, Aisyah or Sofea.

How do you pronounce Puteri?

Puteri is pronounced poo-teh-REE.

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