Malakhi

Malakhi is a transliteration connected with the Hebrew name Malachi, traditionally meaning “my messenger.” The kh spelling can make the Hebrew consonant more visible than the familiar English ch form. It is therefore more informative to explain the writing system than to describe Malakhi simply as a recently altered spelling.

Malachi is associated with a prophetic book of the Old Testament. English readers may give Malakhi the pronunciation they know from Malachi, while families following Hebrew pronunciation may use different consonant and vowel sounds. Comparing the intended sound with both spellings can help preserve the religious or language connection. The name's meaning remains separate from those transliteration choices.