KUALA LUMPUR: A TikTok video featuring an American girl named 'Malaysia' has captured the attention of netizens.
The viral video, shared by @pgmn_gogogo, has Malaysia introducing herself , revealing her unique connection to the country she is visiting for the first time.
She said that the country is beautiful, amazing and people here are kind.
"The food is good and the culture is so welcoming," she added.
Malaysia said she was not expecting much, but had been pleasantly surprised by what she has seen and experienced in the country.
Her unexpected affinity for the country stems from her unique name and when asked about her choice to visit Malaysia, she simply responded, "because it's my name."
User @mimorandom said the name is unique and that her parents would have an interesting story behind the girl's unusual name.
"I'd like to know the story behind her name, Malaysia and I am sure her parents have a wonderful narrative behind this," said the user.
"Welcome to Malaysia, Malaysia," another user @ady said.
"Indeed, Malaysia is a beautiful name. We heard about Anastasia, Asia, Alysia and Sia. I can't call my daughter in Singapore," commented user @boo.