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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Angel
- Origin
- Swahili
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- mah-LY-kah
Malaika is a girl's name of Swahili origin that means "angel," pronounced mah-LY-kah. It has a worldly, romantic, storybook feel while still sounding modern, which makes it an easy fit for parents who want something with a story behind it that isn't tied to a single era.
Meaning & Origin of Malaika
Meaning: Angel.
Origin: Swahili.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Malaika
mah-LY-kahIPA /mɑːˈlaɪkə/
Popularity of Malaika
Malaika peaked at #1390 in 1972, when 72 babies received the name, and in 2024 it ranked #2201 with 86 babies. It's a name most people will recognize when they hear it, but you won't find a classroom full of them.
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FAQ
What does the name Malaika mean?
Angel. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Malaika?
Malaika is pronounced mah-LY-kah (IPA: /mɑːˈlaɪkə/).
Is Malaika a popular name right now?
Malaika peaked at #1390 in 1972 and is ranked #2201 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1968–2024.)
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