Queen
Derived from the Hebrew word for queen, this name has long been used in Jewish communities. It serves as a regal and traditional choice, often associated with dignity and leadership. In some traditions, it is the feminine counterpart to the name Melech.
About 248 girls were named Malka in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Israeli author of The Brothers of Auschwitz
American rabbi and children's book author
Yiddish poet and memoirist
Canadian folk singer and documentarian
The same feel as Malka — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
