Malli
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Malli
Malli derives from Sanskrit and means "garland" or "wreath," rooted in the word "mālā" which traditionally refers to a string of flowers or beads.
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Etymology
Malli derives from Sanskrit and means "garland" or "wreath," rooted in the word "mālā" which traditionally refers to a string of flowers or beads. The name is primarily used in Hindu and South Indian cultures, where it appears in classical texts and is borne by both males and females, with particular significance in Tamil and Telugu-speaking regions.
Malli currently ranks #2,049 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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