Maleeka
Maleeka is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A queen, a female ruler”.
| Meaning | A queen, a female ruler |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مليكة |
| Pronunciation | mah-LEE-kah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Maleeka
Maleeka is how South Asian families usually write Malīka, a feminine form connected with malik, king, and so it is taken to mean queen. Its root, m-l-k, means to own or to rule. People often mix it up with Malaika, meaning angels, but in Arabic the two are separate words with different spellings. The name is short, regal and easy to say in many languages.
Is Maleeka a Muslim name?
Meaning queen, Maleeka is well liked by Muslim parents in Pakistan and India and by African-American Muslims.
How popular is Maleeka?
Given in Pakistan and India, and in the United States as Malika or Maleeka.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maleeka mean?
Maleeka means 'A queen, a female ruler'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Maleeka a Muslim name?
Meaning queen, Maleeka is well liked by Muslim parents in Pakistan and India and by African-American Muslims.
How do you pronounce Maleeka?
Maleeka is pronounced mah-LEE-kah.
Is Maleeka a boy or girl name?
Maleeka is usually a girl name.