Sanskrit · Girl name
Mallika
“jasmine flower”
About the name Mallika
Mallika is a girls’ name of Sanskrit origin. It is derived from the Sanskrit word for ‘jasmine flower’ (मल्लिका), referring to the fragrant white flowers of Jasminum species. Jasmine is worn in the hair and used in garlands and temple offerings in India. The name is commonly used in Indian culture, linked with beauty. A notable bearer is the Indian classical dancer and activist Mallika Sarabhai, and the name is also used in Sri Lanka and Thailand.
- Meaning
- jasmine flower
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MAL-li-ka(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Mallika
- Mallika Rani
- Mallika Kiran
- Mallika Sita
- Mallika Anjali
- Mallika Priya
Questions about Mallika
- What does Mallika mean?
- Mallika is a Sanskrit name meaning "jasmine flower".
- How do you pronounce Mallika?
- Mallika is pronounced MAL-li-ka, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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