Maleek
Maleek is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
King, sovereign, or master.
Origin and history
Maleek is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning king or owner. It is a variant spelling of Malik, which is widely recognized internationally. In the United States, it gained modest popularity in the late 20th century as a distinct phonetic spelling.
Popularity in the United States
2,086 babies in the United States have been named Maleek since 1880. It ranks #2826 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1636.
States where it is most popular
- NY (31.5 %)
- FL (17.9 %)
- CA (10.4 %)
- NC (8.1 %)
- TX (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 28 |
| 1990-2000 | 529 |
| 2000-2010 | 677 |
| 2010-2019 | 550 |
| 2020-2029 | 291 |
Famous people named Maleek
- Maleek Berry: Record Producer, Singer
- Maleek Irons: Football Player
Fun facts
- Maleek is a phonetic variant of the traditional Arabic name Malik, reflecting its long 'e' vowel sound in English.
- The name saw an increase in usage in the United States starting in the 1990s alongside similar royal-themed names.