Beautiful, elegant, or salt of the earth
Derived from the Arabic root 'm-l-h', which relates to beauty, grace, and salt. In many cultures, salt symbolizes essential goodness and wit, leading to the meaning 'salt of the earth' or 'charming'. It is a popular name across the Muslim world, often chosen for its poetic and refined connotations.
About 24 girls were named Maliha in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former Pakistani Ambassador to the United Nations
Travel writer and documentary filmmaker
