84 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
مَالِكُ الْمُلْكِ
Malik-ul-Mulk
"Owner of All Sovereignty" — the 84th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
He gives kingdom to whom He wills, and takes it away.
In the Quran: Quran 3:26
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). Malik-ul-Mulk is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Malik-ul-Mulk
What does Malik-ul-Mulk mean?
Malik-ul-Mulk (مَالِكُ الْمُلْكِ) means "Owner of All Sovereignty" in English. It is the 84th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. He gives kingdom to whom He wills, and takes it away.
How is Malik-ul-Mulk written in Arabic?
Malik-ul-Mulk is written in Arabic as مَالِكُ الْمُلْكِ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Malik-ul-Mulk literally means "The Owner of All Sovereignty".
Is Malik-ul-Mulk mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Malik-ul-Mulk is referenced in Quran 3:26. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 3.
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).