Siti
Siti is a Muslim girl name meaning “Lady, my lady”.
| Meaning | Lady, my lady |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Malay, from Arabic sayyidatī |
| Arabic spelling | ستي |
| Pronunciation | SEE-tee |
| Arabic root | س و د (s-w-d) — to lead, to be master |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Siti
Siti comes from the Arabic sayyidatī, 'my lady', through the colloquial form sittī. In Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei it is used as an honourable first element before a woman's main name, as in Siti Aisyah or Siti Nurhaliza. It is also the traditional Malay way of referring to the Prophet's ﷺ wife Khadijah as Siti Khadijah.
Is Siti a Muslim name?
Yes. Siti is a Muslim name used in the Malay world, derived from the Arabic for 'my lady' and given as an honourable prefix to girls' names.
Where is the name Siti used?
Extremely common among Malay and Indonesian Muslim women.
Gifts with the name Siti
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Siti mean?
Siti means 'Lady, my lady'. It comes from Malay, from Arabic sayyidatī.
Is Siti a Muslim name?
Yes. Siti is a Muslim name used in the Malay world, derived from the Arabic for 'my lady' and given as an honourable prefix to girls' names.
How do you write Siti in Arabic?
Siti is written ستي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Siti?
Siti is pronounced SEE-tee.