Malik
Malik is a Muslim boy name meaning “Owner, master; king”.
| Meaning | Owner, master; king |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مالك |
| Pronunciation | MAH-lik |
| Arabic root | م ل ك (m-l-k) — to own, to rule |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Malik
Malik can stand for two Arabic words: Mālik, 'owner, master', and Malik, 'king'. Both describe Allah in the Quran, and al-Malik is one of His names. The most famous bearer is Imam Mālik ibn Anas of Madinah, author of al-Muwaṭṭaʾ. In South Asia Malik is also a common family title.
Is Malik a Muslim name?
Yes. Malik is a classic Muslim name. Mālik (owner) was the name of Imam Malik ibn Anas; when the meaning is 'king', some parents prefer Abdul Malik, since al-Malik is a name of Allah.
Is Malik in the Quran?
Allah is called 'Master (Māliki) of the Day of Judgement' (Quran 1:4), and 'He is Allah... the King (al-Malik), the Holy' (Quran 59:23).
Where is the name Malik used?
Used everywhere Muslims live, as a first name and as a surname or title.
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Spellings and variants of Malik
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Malik mean?
Malik means 'Owner, master; king'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Malik a Muslim name?
Yes. Malik is a classic Muslim name. Mālik (owner) was the name of Imam Malik ibn Anas; when the meaning is 'king', some parents prefer Abdul Malik, since al-Malik is a name of Allah.
How do you write Malik in Arabic?
Malik is written مالك in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Malik?
Malik is pronounced MAH-lik.
Is Malik mentioned in the Quran?
Allah is called 'Master (Māliki) of the Day of Judgement' (Quran 1:4), and 'He is Allah... the King (al-Malik), the Holy' (Quran 59:23).