Melik

“King” — Associated with royalty and governance

Turkey origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6397US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

440All-time births

📅 Since 197600

What does Melik mean and where does it come from?

The name Melik has roots in Turkish and Arabic cultures, traditionally associated with royalty and governance. It has been used throughout history, particularly in regions ruled by Ottoman influences. Melik has a strong presence in literature and arts, often representing characters of power and auth

Cultural significance

Melik has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Turkey-speaking communities, where it reflects values of king.

Peak popularity

Reached #2492 in 1997 — currently #6397 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Melik?

Melik works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Melik Grace

How popular is Melik right now?

Rising fast — up 1707 spots — currently #6397 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#6397 · Top 4.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6397	14	▲ up 1707 · +40% births
2022	#8104	10	▼ down 683 · -9% births
2021	#7421	11	▲ up 1469 · +38% births
2020	#8890	8	▲ up 2125 · +33% births
2015	#11015	6	▼ down 4870 · -57% births
2010	#6145	14	▼ down 2651 · -50% births
2005	#3494	28	▲ up 518 · +40% births
2000	#4012	20	▼ down 1018 · -17% births
1995	#2994	24	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Melik

Best Year1995Rank #2994

Peak Count28

Average Rank#6497

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Melik

Melik is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 440 total births recorded, Melik remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2994 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6397 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Melik in 1997:

Michael Jacob Matthew Christopher Joshua

Melik by decade

Melik peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1990s	157
2000s ★	182
2010s	88
2020s	8

💎Melik has only 440 total recorded births since 1976 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Melik?

Common

MelMelieMely

What names sound and feel like Melik?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Melik also consider these

Melih

Turkey · handsome, good-looking

Israel · אֵלִיק, meaning 'God

Malik

Arabic · King

Meric

Turkey · From the sea

Common questions about the name Melik

What does the name Melik mean?

Melik means "King" — a name rooted in Turkey tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Melik?

Melik is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Melik have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Melik?

Melik originates from Turkey tradition. Turkey names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Melik trending right now?

Melik is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Melik a common or rare name?

Melik is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.