Malika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Malika is an Arabic name meaning 'queen' or 'ruler'. It has evolved from its Arabic roots through various cultures, maintaining its royal connotation. The name lacks biblical relevance but has become popular in modern times, often associated with strong and graceful traits.
The name Malika is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Malika has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Malika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15886th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1650th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1372nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2241st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2357th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Malika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Malika"
Pronunciation
/məˈliː.kə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Malika is derived from the Arabic word 'مَلِكَة' (malikah), which means 'queen' or 'ruler'. It is used in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and Islamic traditions.
Meaning
queen, ruler
Language Evolution
Malikah (Arabic), Malika (Urdu), Malika (Swahili)
Historical Usage
The name Malika has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide, especially during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Malik, Malikah, Malikaah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Malika is perceived positively, often associated with strength, leadership, and grace. It is popular among parents looking for unique yet meaningful names.
Famous People
Malika Haqq, American actress and television personality, Malika Ayane, Italian singer, Malika Ménard, French beauty queen
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Malika"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Malika"
"Malika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15886th of 24088 | 26 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1650th of 19264 | 939 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1372nd of 27321 | 1,749 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2241st of 35406 | 1,286 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2357th of 30306 | 927 |
Regional Popularity of "Malika" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Malika" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
47.60% 1398th/2937 |
24.75% 862nd/3483 |
69.41% 2442nd/3518 |
45.08% 1823rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.11% 1515th/3685 |
16.45% 736th/4475 |
30.07% 1562nd/5194 |
32.56% 2057th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.39% 2309th/4582 |
30.79% 1590th/5164 |
34.38% 2514th/7313 |
33.87% 2528th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.59% 2414th/3984 |
29.55% 1326th/4487 |
45.79% 3124th/6822 |
45.43% 2851st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Malika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Malika" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.