What origin is the name Maslahah?

Maslahah comes from Arabic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Maslahah?

Names from the same arabic tradition pair naturally with Maslahah — for example Layla, Aaliyah, Leila. You can browse more on our arabic names page.

How is Maslahah written in its native script?

Maslahah is written مصلحة.

Maslahah

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Maslahah

Maslahah

Boy

Arabic

3 syllables

Maslahah (مصلحة) is an Arabic boy's name meaning "From an Arabic root for public interest. Used to symbolize a person dedicated to the good of their community.".

The meaning of Maslahah is "From an Arabic root for public interest. Used to symbolize a person dedicated to the good of their community." — a boy name of Arabic origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Native script: مصلحة
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

From an Arabic root for public interest. Used to symbolize a person dedicated to the good of their community.

Popularity

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Written as مصلحة

Quick answers about Maslahah

What does Maslahah mean?

Maslahah is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "From an Arabic root for public interest. Used to symbolize a person dedicated to the good of their community.".

How popular is Maslahah?

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Sister names that go with Maslahah

Layla Aaliyah Leila Fatima Amina Zara

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Maslahah.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Names with a similar meaning to Maslahah

Maslahah means "From an Arabic root for public interest. Used to symbolize a person dedicated to the good of their community." — these names share that spirit.

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Alexander — "A Greek name meaning defender of men, popular among the Telugu Christian community." (Greek)
Elizabeth — "A name of Biblical origin commonly used in India, signifying that God is my oath or a promise to the divine." (Hebrew)
Victoria — "A name of Latin origin commonly used in India, meaning victory and triumphant success." (Latin)
John — "God is gracious, a name widely used for apostles and saints in the Christian tradition." (Hebrew)
Samuel — "A biblical name widely used in Tamil Nadu meaning God has heard or name of God." (Hebrew)
Leah — "A biblical name used in Marathi Christian communities, traditionally meaning weary or delicate." (Hebrew)