Malak

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Pronounced MAH-lak /ˈmɑ.lɑk/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic malak (ملاك) meaning "angel," a heavenly messenger; commonly given to girls across the Arabic-speaking world.Medium

In 30 seconds: Malak is an Arabic girls' name meaning 'angel', a heavenly messenger.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic malak (ملاك) meaning "angel," a heavenly messenger; commonly given to girls across the Arabic-speaking world.

U.S. rank (2025)#1544 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births137 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,894

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Malak comes from the Arabic malak (ملاك), 'angel'. It is a common choice for girls across the Arabic-speaking world, valued for its gentle, spiritual meaning. The image of a heavenly messenger sits at its heart.

Related forms include Melek and Mələk in Turkic spellings and the longer Malaika. Its single stressed shape gives it a soft but definite sound.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Malak is 'angel', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

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Variations

MələkMalaikaMelek

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Malaika— A longer form sharing Malak's 'angel' meaning

Melek— A Turkish spelling of the same angel name as Malak

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Mirha— another Arabic name

Mona— shares Malak's Arabic roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Malak mean?

Malak is usually explained as meaning 'angel' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Malak?

It's commonly said MAH-lak /ˈmɑ.lɑk/.

Is Malak a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Malak is used as a girl name.

How popular is Malak?

In 2024, Malak ranked #1665 in the U.S. for girls, with 123 births recorded.