Mah Meri in Mah Meri language means "Jungle people" (Mah = people, Meri = jungle)., while in another term the meaning of the name means Bersisik (meaning, "scaly" in Malay language) or Persisir (meaning, "coastal" in Malay language).
The name "Mah Meri" holds different connotations, translating to "Jungle people" in one context and "scaly" or "coastal" in another, underscoring the nuances of language interpretation.