Malka
Malka is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Queen.
Origin and history
Malka is a traditional feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning queen. It is widely used within Jewish communities and has seen steady usage in the United States. Its modern popularity has gradually increased in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
6,500 babies in the United States have been named Malka since 1880. It ranks #2109 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1006.
States where it is most popular
- NY (73.7 %)
- NJ (25 %)
- MD (0.92 %)
- CA (0.21 %)
- FL (0.19 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 14 |
| 1950-1960 | 110 |
| 1960-1970 | 164 |
| 1970-1980 | 353 |
| 1980-1990 | 570 |
| 1990-2000 | 856 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,299 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,755 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,379 |
Famous people named Malka
- Malka Lee: Poet, Author
- Malka Older: Author, Sociologist
Fun facts
- The name directly translates to 'queen' in Hebrew, mirroring the male name Melech.
- Malka has consistently risen in U.S. popularity charts over recent decades.