Malik-ul-Mulk
| Name | Malik-ul-Mulk |
| Arabic | مالك الملك |
| English meaning | Master of the Kingdom |
| Urdu meaning (اردو) | بادشاہی کا مالک |
| Number | 84 of 99 |
| Invocation | Ya Malik-ul-Mulk — “O Master of the Kingdom” |
The meaning of Malik-ul-Mulk
Malik-ul-Mulk (مالك الملك) is the 84th of the ninety-nine names of Allah, the Asma-ul-Husna (“most beautiful names”). It carries the meaning “Master of the Kingdom” — rendered in Urdu as بادشاہی کا مالک. To affirm this name is to believe that this quality belongs to Allah completely and perfectly, in a way beyond any limit found in creation.
Reflecting on this name
Each of Allah's names invites reflection, not just memorisation. When a believer calls upon Allah as Malik-ul-Mulk, they turn to Him precisely as “Master of the Kingdom” — seeking from Him what this attribute promises, and shaping their own character in humility before it. The scholars taught that truly enumerating the names (as in the hadith below) means learning them, believing in them and living by their meanings, not merely counting them.
How Malik-ul-Mulk is recited
This name is remembered as part of the Asma-ul-Husna in dhikr (remembrance) and du'a. It is commonly invoked in the form “Ya Malik-ul-Mulk” (یا مالك الملك) — “O Master of the Kingdom” — while reflecting on its meaning. Muslims may recite the full set of ninety-nine names, or focus on individual names in personal supplication. There is no fixed count required for reward; the value lies in sincerity and understanding.
Frequently asked questions
What does Malik-ul-Mulk mean?
Malik-ul-Mulk (مالك الملك) means “. In Urdu it is “. It is name number 84 of the ninety-nine names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna).
What is Malik-ul-Mulk in Urdu?
In Urdu, Malik-ul-Mulk (مالك الملك) means “. The English meaning is “.
Which number is Malik-ul-Mulk among the 99 names?
Malik-ul-Mulk is the 84th of the ninety-nine beautiful names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna), in the well-known at-Tirmidhi enumeration.
How do you recite Malik-ul-Mulk?
It is often recited as “Ya (يا مالك الملك) — “O — within dhikr and du'a, along with the other names of Asma-ul-Husna, reflecting on its meaning.
How many names of Allah are there?
There are ninety-nine names of Allah, known as Asma-ul-Husna (the most beautiful names), taught in the Quran and the Sunnah.