Lalla (title)


Lalla, is an honorary title and sign of distinction given to important women or from large families among Berbers in North Africa. The name can also be used, on an ad hoc basis, as a sign of respect. Depending on the context, we can assimilate the title of "Lalla" to those of "Moulay" or "Sidi", male honorary titles close to that of "Sir". The title is a prefix to his or her given name or personal name, and is used by individuals of noble or royal background.
This title is used by the royal families in Morocco and Tunisia for the wife, daughters, and sisters of the king as well as the rest of his relatives.
In the Amazigh language, the word "Lalla" also means "older sister".
The term Lalla can also be used in Derja as a synonym for "Lady".
The protocol of Morocco requires that those meeting a Moulay or Lalla must bow and kiss them on the hand to demonstrate respect.
Also, the queen consort of Tunisia was called Lalla Beya in reference to her husband.

Notable Lalla

Celebrities and Princesses

built by Muhammad V Nasir of Tunisia for his wife Lalla Kmar for her sake.