Menelik
Son of the wise man
GenderBoyOriginEthiopian (Amharic)Say itMEN-eh-likPopularityUncommon
Pronounced MEN-eh-lik
About the name Menelik
Menelik is a storied royal name tied to the legendary founder of Ethiopia's Solomonic line and to Emperor Menelik II, who defended Ethiopian independence.
Proud and principled, with a strong sense of heritage.
Fun fact
Emperor Menelik II led Ethiopian forces to victory over Italy at the Battle of Adwa in 1896.
Nicknames for Menelik
Meni
Variations
Menelek
Famous people named Menelik
- Menelik II (Emperor of Ethiopia)