3 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْمَلِكُ
Al-Malik
"The King, the Sovereign" — the 3rd of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Every king answers to Him. His dominion has no beginning, no end, no rival.
In the Quran: Quran 59:23
About the 99 Names of Allah
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Allah is described in the Quran and authentic hadith. Each name reveals an attribute of Allah: His mercy, might, wisdom, forgiveness, sustenance, and countless others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred less one; whoever memorises them will enter Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736). Al-Malik is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Malik
What does Al-Malik mean?
Al-Malik (الْمَلِكُ) means "The King, the Sovereign" in English. It is the 3rd of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Every king answers to Him. His dominion has no beginning, no end, no rival.
How is Al-Malik written in Arabic?
Al-Malik is written in Arabic as الْمَلِكُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Malik literally means "The King, the Sovereign".
Is Al-Malik mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Malik is referenced in Quran 59:23. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 59.
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Muslims describe and remember Allah. Compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith, each name reveals an attribute of Allah's essence, actions, or mercy. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said whoever memorises them will enter Paradise (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736).