Malaika
Malaika is a Muslim girl name meaning “Angels; angel”.
| Meaning | Angels; angel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, from Arabic malāʾika |
| Arabic spelling | ملائكة |
| Pronunciation | mah-LAI-kah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Malaika
Malaika is the Arabic plural of malak, 'angel', and in Swahili the same word is used for a single angel. It became a well-loved girl's name in East Africa, helped by the famous Swahili song 'Malaika'. Belief in the angels is one of the six articles of Islamic faith, which gives the name a clear religious resonance.
Is Malaika a Muslim name?
Yes. Malaika is used by Muslim families, especially in East Africa and South Asia. It comes from the Arabic word for angels; some parents prefer the singular Malak for a single child.
Is Malaika in the Quran?
The word occurs many times in the Quran, for example: 'And when your Lord said to the angels (al-malāʾika), I will place a successor on earth' (Quran 2:30).
Where is the name Malaika used?
Popular in Kenya and Tanzania, and also used in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Malaika
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Malaika mean?
Malaika means 'Angels; angel'. It comes from Swahili, from Arabic malāʾika.
Is Malaika a Muslim name?
Yes. Malaika is used by Muslim families, especially in East Africa and South Asia. It comes from the Arabic word for angels; some parents prefer the singular Malak for a single child.
How do you write Malaika in Arabic?
Malaika is written ملائكة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Malaika?
Malaika is pronounced mah-LAI-kah.
Is Malaika mentioned in the Quran?
The word occurs many times in the Quran, for example: 'And when your Lord said to the angels (al-malāʾika), I will place a successor on earth' (Quran 2:30).