Boy Name Ethiopian · Amharic

Menelik

Pronunciation /men-EL-ik/

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“wise”

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33
The Master Teacher
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GenderBoy
OriginAmharic
Starting soundMe
Numerology33 · The Master Teacher
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Meaning of Menelik

Menelik is a boy name of Amharic origin, popular among Ethiopian families. It means “son of the wise man”.

Menelik's Style

Amharic Ethiopian Timeless Medium Boy

Menelik at a Glance

Popularity
68/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
32/100
Pronunciation
76/100

Menelik is a moderately popular name with a balanced character.

Menelik Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#105#138#1712015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#105

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Menelik Name Profile

Meaningwise
OriginEthiopian · Amharic
GenderBoy Name
First LetterM
Letters7
Syllables3
Baby Name Spot Popularity Score68/100

Moderately Popular · internal score, not an official ranking

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