Melech is a Hebrew name that means "king". It is of Semitic origin and is pronounced as /meɪˈlɛk/. This name holds significant historical and cultural importance, as it was used for several prominent figures in the Bible, including King Melech of Israel. In Jewish tradition, Melech is also one of the 72 names of God. The name has gained popularity beyond its Hebrew roots and can be found among various cultures today.
The given statistics show that the name Melech experienced a spike in popularity between 2014 and 2023, with six births recorded each of those years. However, there were only five births for this name in both 2013 and 2021, indicating a decline in usage during those periods. Overall, Melech has been given to 22 newborns between the years listed.