Malay

Meaning of Malay

Malay is a beautiful name with a female association. It originates from Malaysia, a Southeast Asian country known for its diverse culture and stunning landscapes. The name Malay has an English pronunciation of muh-LAY (/məˈleɪ/). It may also be spelled as Malaya. In terms of popularity, the name Malay has been steadily used for baby girls in the United States over the past decade. In recent years, it has ranked around 15,000 to 16,000 in terms of occurrence. This unique and exotic name carries a sense of cultural richness and can be a wonderful choice for parents looking for something distinctive for their little girl.

Pronunciation

  • Pronunced as muh-LAY (/məˈleɪ/)

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Similar Names to Malay

Notable People Named Malay

Malay Roy Choudhury was an influential Indian Bengali poet, playwright, and novelist who established the Hungryalist movement in the 1960s.
Malay Banerjee is a former Indian cricketer who played nine first-class matches for Bengal between 1976 and 1981.
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