Malaysian names reflect the country’s multicultural identity, blending Malay, Chinese, and Indian traditions. Names like Aisyah (alive) and Hana (flower) carry meanings tied to faith, ancestry, and virtues. These names honor Malaysia’s linguistic diversity and cultural richness.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalan | Jalan: Unisex Indonesian name meaning "road" or "pathway," popular. | Malaysian | Unisex | |
| Mahsuri | Mahsuri: a unique Malaysian name meaning "light" or "radiance." | Malaysian | Girl | |
| Malaya | Malaya means "land of the Malays," originating from Malay language. | Malay, Malaysian | Girl | |
| malaysia | "Malaysia" derives from "Malaya," meaning "land of the Malays." | Malay, Malaysian | Either | |
| Ramlee | Ramlee means "one who brings joy"; of Arabic and Malay origin. | Arabic, Malay, Malaysian | Boy | |
| Santoso | Santoso: Indonesian name meaning "good saint," popular among Javanese boys. | Indonesian, Javanese, Malaysian | Boy | |
| Setimbah | Setimbah is a unique, ambiguous name with unclear origins and meanings. | Malaysian | Unisex |