Maliki

Meaning of Maliki

Maliki blossoms from the luminous Arabic root malik, meaning “king” or “sovereign,” the added –i whispering “my king” like a secret passed from parent to child. In Arabic it rings mah-LEE-kee, and in English—whether under the wide skies of Miami or the golden sunsets of California—it settles gently as muh-LEE-kee. Imagine a tiny prince wandering through sun-dappled courtyards where Moorish arches meet colonial balconies, a name that carries both regal gravitas and the warm breeze of Latin plazas. Though in the United States only eighteen newborns wore Maliki in 2024—nestled around rank 906—it glows as an uncommon gem, steadily winning hearts for its balanced blend of tradition and originality. Perfect for parents who yearn for a name rich in history yet fresh as morning light, Maliki offers a touch of royal flair wrapped in a story just beginning to unfold.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as mah-LEE-kee (/maˈliːki/)

American English

• Pronunced as muh-LEE-kee (/məˈliːki/)

• Malachy
• Malachi
• Maleek
• Malick
• Malik
• Malikai
• Malakai