Malika
Malika is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Queen, a royal woman”.
| Meaning | Queen, a royal woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مليكة |
| Pronunciation | mah-LEE-kah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Central Asia, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Malika
Malika, or Malīka, is a feminine form tied to malik, king, and is understood to mean queen. Its root, m-l-k, means to own or rule. Moroccan and Algerian families use it a great deal, and it is just as familiar in Uzbekistan and other parts of Central Asia, where Islamic naming customs brought it. In Turkey the closely related name is Melike.
Is Malika a Muslim name?
Malika means queen and has spread through Muslim communities from North Africa to Central Asia.
How popular is Malika?
Very common in Morocco, Algeria, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
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Spellings and variants of Malika
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Malika mean?
Malika means 'Queen, a royal woman'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Malika a Muslim name?
Malika means queen and has spread through Muslim communities from North Africa to Central Asia.
How do you pronounce Malika?
Malika is pronounced mah-LEE-kah.
Is Malika a boy or girl name?
Malika is usually a girl name.