Maleika

The female first name Maleika is a variant of the East African name Malaika. Its direct translation is 'the angel' or 'a good spirit' sent from the heavens to assist people.

What does the name Maleika mean?

Maleika, as a girl's name, is a variant of the East African Malaika. Translated, it means 'the angel' or 'a good spirit' sent from the heavens to provide support to people. The root of the name lies in the Swahili word malaika, which means 'the angel', and can be traced back to the Arabic expression malak (ملك).

Where does the name Maleika come from?

The name Maleika has Arabic roots and means 'the angel'.

How do you pronounce Maleika?

The pronunciation of Maleika: The name is three syllables and sounds soft, melodic, and elegant. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Ma-lei-ka' [ˈmaːleɪka], with the syllables flowing gently and creating a bright, harmonious sound. The combination of soft consonants, long vowels, and rhythmic endings conveys grace, style, and presence. Overall, Maleika appears charming, friendly, and expressive – a name that radiates warmth, elegance, and subtle liveliness, embodying both gentleness and fine energy.

Popularity

In Germany, Maleika is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2007, reaching 1,198th. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,718th.

Nicknames & pet names

Leik / Leika / Leiki / Mali / Malibu / Malle

Famous people

• Nazik al-Mala'ika (Arab poet)