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Maliki
Pronounced mə-LEE-kee /məˈli.ki/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic/Swahili — an -i form of Malik, 'a king', hence 'my king; royal, kingly'Low
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Maliki comes from Arabic/Swahili — an -i form of Malik, 'a king' — hence 'my king; royal, kingly' (it is also the name of one of the four major schools of Sunni Islamic jurisprudence, founded by Imam Malik; routes layered, which we note). A regal, lyrical name across the Arab and African world (said 'mə-LEE-kee').
In the U.S. it appears across communities. Rare, my-king-and-royal at the root, and regal.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Maliki mean?
Maliki ties to Malik, Arabic 'a king' — 'my king; royal'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Maliki?
It's said mə-LEE-kee /məˈli.ki/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Maliki a boy or girl name?
Maliki is a boy's name.
How popular is Maliki?
Maliki is a rare name in the U.S.