Putri
Putri is a Muslim girl name meaning “Daughter; princess”.
| Meaning | Daughter; princess |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit) |
| Pronunciation | POO-tree |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Putri
Putri is the feminine partner of Putra, going back to Sanskrit putrī, 'daughter'. In Malay and Indonesian it also means princess, the heroine of many folk tales. It is one of the most familiar girls' names in Indonesia and is usually joined to another name, as in Putri Aisyah or Nur Putri. The Malaysian spelling Puteri is a close variant.
Is Putri a Muslim name?
Putri is not Arabic, but it is very widely used by Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia, often alongside an Arabic name like Aisyah, Nur or Salsabila.
Where is the name Putri used?
Extremely common for girls across Indonesia and also used in Malaysia and Brunei.
Gifts with the name Putri
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Spellings and variants of Putri
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Putri mean?
Putri means 'Daughter; princess'. It comes from Malay / Indonesian (from Sanskrit).
Is Putri a Muslim name?
Putri is not Arabic, but it is very widely used by Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia, often alongside an Arabic name like Aisyah, Nur or Salsabila.
How do you pronounce Putri?
Putri is pronounced POO-tree.