Unisex name
Maulani name meaning
“master, protector”
Maulani is a unisex name commonly linked to the meaning “master” or “protector.” It is associated with Maulana, from Arabic mawlānā, meaning “our master” or “our protector.” Maulani is an adapted form used in Indonesian naming, and its interpretation follows this connection with the name Maulana.
What does Maulani mean?
Master, protector
In Indonesian: tuan, pelindung
The ending -ni occurs in varied names, such as Handayani, Wahyuni, and Rini. It is not one suffix with a fixed meaning, and the shared sound does not establish a common origin. More girl names ending in -ni →
Origin and cultural usage of Maulani
Commonly linked to Maulana, from Arabic mawlānā, 'our master' or 'our protector'. Maulani is an adapted form in Indonesian naming.
Maulani in Islam and the Quran
Maulani does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
How to pronounce Maulani
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /maulani/ |
| Arabic script | مولاني |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦲꦸꦭꦤꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮅᮜᮔᮤ |
Is Maulani a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Maulani is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 40% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Maulani ranks #306 among unisex names in our data sample (11 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Maulani
Famous people named Maulani
- Z.A. Maulani · b. 1935
- Maulani Hudayati Surya · b. 1975
- Maulani Khasanah · b. 1997
FAQ about the name Maulani
What is the meaning of Maulani?
Maulani means master, protector. Commonly linked to Maulana, from Arabic mawlānā, 'our master' or 'our protector'. Maulani is an adapted form in Indonesian naming.
Is Maulani a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Maulani is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 40% of bearers are male.
Is the name Maulani in the Quran?
Maulani does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Maulani have?
Maulani has 3 syllables (Mau-la-ni) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Maulani?
Maulani ranks #306 among unisex names in our data sample (11 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Maulani?
Notable people named Maulani include Z.A. Maulani, Maulani Hudayati Surya, Maulani Khasanah.
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