Melech
Meaning of Melech
Melech is a strong and unique name for a baby boy. Its origin can be traced back to Hebrew, where it means "king." This powerful meaning gives the name Melech a regal and majestic quality. In terms of pronunciation, it is pronounced as meh-LEKH (/mɛˈlɛx/) in Hebrew. While there are no variations provided for Melech specifically, one similar name is Melchior. It's interesting to note that the data for newborns in the United States shows that the name Melech has been given to a small number of babies in recent years, with six occurrences in 2014 and five occurrences in both 2021 and 2013. With its rich history and noble connotations, Melech is an excellent choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their son.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as meh-LEKH (/mɛˈlɛx/)
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Notable People Named Melech
| Melech Epstein was an influential American journalist and historian known for his acclaimed books on Jewish labor and communism. |
| Melech Schachter was a pulpit rabbi, coordinator of Jewish divorce, and instructor at Yeshiva University for over fifty years. |
| Melech Ravitch, born Zechariah Choneh Bergner, was a prominent Canadian Yiddish poet and essayist, recognized as one of the leading literary figures in the Yiddish language after the Holocaust. |
