Malek
Malek is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
King, sovereign, or ruler.
Origin and history
Malek is a classic name of Arabic origin meaning king or sovereign. It is widely used across the Middle East, North Africa, and among Muslim communities worldwide. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage as a sleek and strong traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
3,086 babies in the United States have been named Malek since 1880. It ranks #2320 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1220.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.6 %)
- NY (15.6 %)
- MI (13 %)
- TX (11.4 %)
- FL (10.1 %)
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 | 31 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 505 |
| 2000-2010 | 780 |
| 2010-2019 | 924 |
| 2020-2029 | 761 |
Famous people named Malek
- Malek Jaziri: Tennis player, Athlete
Fun facts
- The root M-L-K is shared across several Semitic languages, associated with royalty and leadership.
- It is frequently spelled Malik, which remains the more common transcription in English-speaking countries.