Find out how popular the first name Melky has been for the last 1 years (from 2014 to 2014) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Melky by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Melky is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2014, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Melky.

The history of the first name Melky

The name Melky has its origins in the ancient Hebrew language. Derived from the Hebrew word "melekh," meaning "king," the name likely emerged during the biblical era in the Middle East region. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Book of Samuel in the Hebrew Bible, where it refers to a minor character named Melky-Shua.

In the 3rd century BCE, a Jewish scholar named Melky Ben Shuham is mentioned in the Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism. This suggests that the name was in use among Jewish communities during the Second Temple period in ancient Judea.

Melky remained a relatively uncommon name throughout much of recorded history, but there are a few notable individuals who bore this moniker. In the 12th century, a Jewish philosopher and theologian named Melky Ha-Kohen lived in Spain and wrote extensively on topics related to Jewish law and ethics.

In the 16th century, a renowned Italian artist named Melky Azzopardi was active in the city of Palermo, Sicily. He is best known for his intricate baroque-style altarpieces and frescoes adorning churches throughout the region.

Fast-forwarding to the 20th century, Melky Cabrera, a professional baseball player from the Dominican Republic, played in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2019. He was a member of the 2009 World Series-winning team, the New York Yankees.

While not as widespread as some other names, Melky has maintained a presence throughout various cultures and time periods, carrying a rich historical lineage that can be traced back to its Hebrew roots and biblical origins.

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