NAME PROFILE

Malikah

Derived as a diminutive of names like Nora, meaning 'honor,' or from the Latin 'nonus' meaning 'ninth'; it describes a person who is bright, energetic, and brings a sense of comfort and kindness to everyone they meet.

Key Stats

Total births1,033
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1978
Peak generationGen X
First recorded1970
Most recent1998
Syllables3
OriginEnglish, Latin, Greek, Native American
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NJ — 36%NY — 29%PA — 21%OH — 7%IL — 7%

Notable People

Nonie Darwish (Author of Cruel and Usual Punishment) · Nonie Stewart (Producer of The Magic Flute) · Nonie Buencamino (Actor in Batang Quiapo) · Nonie Tao (Actress in The Eye) · Nonie Lynch (Musician known for soulful indie tracks)

Nicknames & Diminutives

No-NoNi-Ni

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