Malika: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahl-eek-ah
Origin: UAE
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Queen

Malika is a feminine given name with roots in the Arabic language. It means "queen" and is the feminine form of the name Malik, which means "king. " The name has a rich history, originating as a title for an empress and later becoming a popular name among aristocratic families. Over time, the name has gained widespread adoption and is now used in various cultures, including Hungarian and Hawaiian variations. Malika is an attractive and multi-cultural name that symbolizes strength and royalty.

Malika Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Malika is currently #3827 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Malika is currently #2136 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Malika is currently #1921 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Malika is currently #1062 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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