Zaleha
Zaleha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Malay form of Zulaikha”.
| Meaning | Malay form of Zulaikha |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Malay form of Arabic Zulaykha |
| Arabic spelling | زليخا |
| Pronunciation | zah-LEH-hah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zaleha
Zaleha is a Malay girl's name generally regarded as a local form of Zulaykhā, the name Islamic tradition gives to the wife of al-ʿAzīz in the story of Prophet Yūsuf. The vowels shifted in Malay pronunciation, and the kh sound softened to h. It was especially common among Malay women born in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Zaleha a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaleha is a Malay Muslim name, a local form of Zulaikha from the story of Yūsuf in Islamic tradition.
Where is the name Zaleha used?
Common in Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore, particularly among older generations.
Gifts with the name Zaleha
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaleha mean?
Zaleha means 'Malay form of Zulaikha'. It comes from Malay form of Arabic Zulaykha.
Is Zaleha a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaleha is a Malay Muslim name, a local form of Zulaikha from the story of Yūsuf in Islamic tradition.
How do you write Zaleha in Arabic?
Zaleha is written زليخا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zaleha?
Zaleha is pronounced zah-LEH-hah.