The nameMelek
Melek is a Turkish name, mostly given to girls in France. It has been rising since the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Turkish
Meaning
Melek means "angel" in Turkish.
Origin
Turkish, from the Arabic malak, "angel".
History
First found in France in the mid 1970s, Melek peaked around 2020, notably in Grand Est and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Melek
Melek in France
Melek was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 760 births over the decade, 36% of all recorded babies named Melek. Its rise began around 1979, and it peaked in 2020. Half of all babies named Melek in France were born before 2011, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 63 births a year on average, against 91 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Melek mean?
Melek means "angel" in Turkish.
What is the origin of the name Melek?
Turkish, from the Arabic malak, "angel".
Is Melek a girl's or a boy's name?
Melek is a girl's name.