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GirlHebrew#986 in 2025

Malka

Malka is a girls' name of Hebrew origin meaning “queen.” It ranked #986 in the United States in 2025. Malka is Hebrew for 'queen,' the direct feminine form of 'melech' (king).

how do you pronounce Malka?

MAHL-kah

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what does Malka mean?

The name Malka means “queen.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.

Malka is Hebrew for 'queen,' the direct feminine form of 'melech' (king). It has been used in Jewish communities for centuries as both a given name and a Yiddish name. Malka carries regal authority in a compact, accessible form. It projects dignity and leadership without the formality of its Latin equivalent Regina.

where does the name Malka come from?

No reference material was retrieved for Malka. The gloss of 'queen,' as the feminine counterpart of Hebrew melech (king), is often cited elsewhere, but nothing found here confirms that derivation.

the history of Malka

Nothing further about its history of use in Jewish or Yiddish naming tradition is recorded in the absence of a dedicated source.

how popular is this name?

#986
2024
YearRank
2024#986

Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset

who are famous people named Malka?

  • Malka Lee (Yiddish-American poet)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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