Suci

girlIndonesian / Malay (from Sanskrit)

Suci is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, holy”.

MeaningPure, holy
GenderGirl
OriginIndonesian / Malay (from Sanskrit)
PronunciationSOO-chee
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Suci

Suci is an Indonesian and Malay word meaning 'pure' or 'holy', borrowed long ago from Sanskrit śuci. It is used in everyday religious language in Indonesia (for example bulan suci, 'holy month', for Ramadan) and is a common girl's name among Indonesian Muslims, often combined with Arabic names.

Is Suci a Muslim name?

Yes. Suci is commonly used by Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia. It is a Malay word of Sanskrit origin meaning 'pure', not an Arabic name; Arabic names with a similar meaning include Tahira and Safiyya.

Where is the name Suci used?

Common in Indonesia, often as part of a compound name like Suci Rahmawati.

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Spellings and variants of Suci

Suchi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Suci mean?

Suci means 'Pure, holy'. It comes from Indonesian / Malay (from Sanskrit).

Is Suci a Muslim name?

Yes. Suci is commonly used by Muslim families in Indonesia and Malaysia. It is a Malay word of Sanskrit origin meaning 'pure', not an Arabic name; Arabic names with a similar meaning include Tahira and Safiyya.

How do you pronounce Suci?

Suci is pronounced SOO-chee.

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