Meilech

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Meilech Pronunciation

Meilech is pronounced MAY-ləkh /ˈmeɪ.ləx/Medium

Meaning: Yiddish form of Melech — Hebrew melech, 'king'Medium

In 30 seconds: A king's name, Yiddish-style: Meilech is the Yiddish Melech — 'king'. Traditional, regal, and warm.

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Origin MediumHebrew, Yiddish

MeaningYiddish form of Melech — Hebrew melech, 'king'

U.S. rank (2024)#4382 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births24 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 294

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Meilech is a Yiddish form of Melech — from Hebrew melech, 'king'. A traditional, regal name in Hasidic and Orthodox Jewish communities; note the -ch is a guttural 'kh'.

In the U.S. it appears in Orthodox communities. Rare, king at the root, and traditional.

Did you know? Melech means 'king' in Hebrew — Meilech is its Yiddish form, a traditional name in Hasidic and Orthodox communities.

Overall data confidence 75%

Hebrew references — melech — etymology

Variations

MelechMailech

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Meilech?

Meilech is pronounced MAY-ləkh (/ˈmeɪ.ləx/). Press play above to hear Meilech said aloud.

How do you say Meilech?

Meilech is said MAY-ləkh (/ˈmeɪ.ləx/). Press play above to hear Meilech said aloud.

What does the name Meilech mean?

Meilech is the Yiddish Melech — Hebrew 'king'.

Is Meilech a boy or girl name?

Meilech is a boy's name.

How popular is Meilech?

Meilech is a rare name, used in Orthodox communities.