Melike is a beautiful and unique feminine given name of Turkish origin. Its meaning translates to "like" or "similar" in English. The name Melike is derived from the Arabic word "mithal", which means "comparison" or "likeness".
The history of the name Melike can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire, where it was commonly used among the Muslim population. It gained popularity as a unisex given name during the latter part of the empire's reign and continued to be used throughout Turkey after its fall.
Today, Melike is still widely recognized in Turkey and other parts of the world with significant Turkish populations. Despite its origins, the name has transcended cultural boundaries and has been embraced by people from diverse backgrounds who appreciate its unique sound and meaning.
In recent years, Melike has gained international recognition as well, thanks in part to celebrities such as Turkish actress and singer Melis Sezen, who goes by the stage name "Melike". This has helped to popularize the name even further and make it more familiar to people outside of Turkey.
Melike experienced a peak in popularity in 2017 with 8 births, but has generally seen around 5-6 births per year since the mid-90s.