All about the name SHEIKH

Meaning, origin, history.

Sheikh is an Arabic masculine given name, derived from the Semitic root 'shaykh', which means 'old man' or 'elder'. It is often used as a title for a leader or teacher in Islamic communities. This name has been widely adopted across various cultures and countries with significant Muslim populations.

See also

Islam
Arab

Popularity of the name SHEIKH since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Sheikh saw a consistent number of newborns each year, with five babies born in 2008, 2013, and again in 2020."