Malayka
mah-LAY-kah
Malayka is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “This name has roots in Arabic and Swahili, meaning 'angel.'”, and peaked in popularity in 2013.
What Malayka Means
“This name has roots in Arabic and Swahili, meaning 'angel.'”
The Story of Malayka
This name carries the celestial whisper of a messenger from above, a guardian angel.
Malayka has roots in Arabic and Swahili, where it directly translates to 'angel.' First recorded in the late 20th century, its usage suggests a desire for a name evoking purity, grace, and benevolent guardianship.
You envision your daughter as a gentle soul, a bringer of comfort and kindness. This name is for a child who will possess a pure heart and a benevolent spirit, radiating a grace that comforts and upl'sift those around her.
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Numerology
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Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 2013
Total Births
26
First Recorded
1999
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