مالكة

Malikah

girlArabic

Malikah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Owner, possessor; queen”.

MeaningOwner, possessor; queen
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمالكة
PronunciationMAA-li-kah
Arabic rootم ل ك (m-l-k) — to own, to rule
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Malikah

Malikah usually represents Mālika, owner or possessor, though it is also used as a spelling of Malika, queen. Both come from the root of ownership and rule, the same root as al-Malik, the King, a name of God.

Is Malikah a Muslim name?

Yes. Malikah is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin.

Where is the name Malikah used?

Used widely, including among English-speaking Muslims.

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Spellings and variants of Malikah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Malikah mean?

Malikah means 'Owner, possessor; queen'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Malikah a Muslim name?

Yes. Malikah is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin.

How do you write Malikah in Arabic?

Malikah is written مالكة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Malikah?

Malikah is pronounced MAA-li-kah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.