Male Name
Maalik
ˈmaː.lik
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
leadership
master
possession
Writing Systems
مالكArabic
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
60/100
Meaning & Etymology
The name Maalik, derived from the Arabic root ملك (malaka) meaning 'to acquire, to possess', signifies 'owner, possessor, master'. In Islamic belief, Maalik is also recognized as an angel who guards Hellfire, as mentioned in the Qur'an, specifically in Surah Az-Zukhruf 43:77, where he is described as the chief of the angels of hell. This dual significance highlights the name's deep roots in both linguistic and religious contexts.
Etymology
Original Form:
مَٰلِكُ
Evolution:
From the Arabic root ملك (malaka), evolving to signify ownership and mastery, and later adopted into Islamic theology as the name of an angel.
Source:
Arabic language and Islamic texts