"my king, dear king"
Origin: Yiddish from Hebrew
Language: Yiddish
Meilech
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A royal Yiddish name meaning 'my dear king'
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The Story of Meilech
Meilech is a Yiddish masculine name derived from the Hebrew melech (מֶלֶך) meaning 'king.' The Yiddish form Meilech (also spelled Meilich or Mailech) adds the diminutive or affectionate suffix, making it something like 'my little king' or 'dear king.' It is a quintessentially Ashkenazi Jewish name, rooted in the traditional naming culture of Eastern European Jewish communities that flourished before the Holocaust.
Meilech is primarily used in ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) and Hasidic Jewish communities, where traditional Yiddish names have been preserved and are experiencing a renaissance. In Brooklyn's Crown Heights and Borough Park neighborhoods, and in Israel's Haredi communities, the name maintains steady use as part of a broader revival of pre-war Ashkenazi names.
Yiddish names like Meilech represent the linguistic and cultural heritage of Ashkenazi Jewry. After the Holocaust decimated European Jewish communities, preserving Yiddish names became an act of cultural memory and resistance. Using the name today honors the millions of people who bore these names in shtetl communities of Poland, Ukraine, and Russia.
Historical Record
Meilech first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 294 babies have been named Meilech in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Meilech is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,337 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Hebrew root melech (king) appears over 2,500 times in the Hebrew Bible
- Yiddish names are experiencing a documented revival in Orthodox communities as acts of cultural preservation
- Related name Malka (queen) is the feminine equivalent, showing how royalty naming is embedded in Jewish tradition
Meilech in Other Languages
Hebrew
מלך
English
Meilech
Israeli
Melech
Russian
Мейлех
Yiddish
מיילעך
Popularity Over Time
#4,337
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Meilech
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Meilech Kohn
Musician
1960
Hasidic Jewish singer and composer known for his contributions to Jewish liturgical music
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,337
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Ashkenazi Yiddish
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Meli
Lech
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Frequently Asked Questions About Meilech
What does the name Meilech mean?
"my king, dear king" (from Yiddish from Hebrew). Meilech is a Yiddish masculine name derived from the Hebrew melech (מֶלֶך) meaning 'king.' The Yiddish form Meilech (also spelled Meilich or Mailech) adds the diminutive or affectionate suffix, making it something like 'my little king' or 'dear king.' It is a quintessentially Ashkenazi Jewish name, rooted in the traditional naming culture of Eastern European Jewish communities that flourished before the Holocaust.
What is the origin of the name Meilech?
Meilech has Yiddish from Hebrew, Jewish, Ashkenazi, and Yiddish origins. In Yiddish from Hebrew, it means "my king, dear king".
Is Meilech a boy or girl name?
Meilech is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Meilech?
Meilech is currently ranked #4337 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Meilech?
Common nicknames for Meilech include Meli and Lech.
What are good middle names for Meilech?
Popular middle name pairings include Meilech Dovid, Meilech Yosef, Meilech Aaron, Meilech Shmuel, and Meilech Moshe.
What are good sibling names for Meilech?
Names that pair well with Meilech as siblings include Faigy, Shloimy, Rivky, Motty, Chana, and Yitzy.
How many syllables does Meilech have?
Meilech has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Meilech a common or rare name?
Meilech is an uncommon name, ranked #4337 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Meilech
Meilech is a boy name with Jewish, Ashkenazi, and Yiddish origins . The name means "my king, dear king" in Yiddish from Hebrew .
Meilech is currently ranked #4,337 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Meilech has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Meilech include Meli and Lech. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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