Abdulmalik Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Abdulmalik has Arabic origins, meaning 'servant of the king'. It evolved through various forms and has historical significance linked to Islamic leadership. The name is associated with traits of nobility and devotion, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the early Islamic period and remains a respected name today.
The name Abdulmalik is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abdulmalik has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abdulmalik' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8179th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5530th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4327th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abdulmalik' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abdulmalik"
Pronunciation
/æbˈduːlmɑːlɪk/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Abdulmalik is derived from two Arabic components: 'Abdul', meaning 'servant of', and 'Malik', meaning 'king' or 'sovereign'. Together, they translate to 'servant of the king'.
Meaning
servant of the king
Language Evolution
Abd al-Malik, Abdul Malek, Abdul Malik
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world, particularly during the Umayyad caliphate in the 7th century, as it was borne by notable figures such as Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan, a prominent Umayyad caliph.
Variants & Derivatives
Abdallah, Malik, Abdul, Malek
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Abdulmalik is perceived as a traditional and respected name within Muslim communities, reflecting nobility and servitude to God.
Famous People
Abdulmalik ibn Marwan - Umayyad caliph, Abdulmalik Al-Saadi - notable contemporary figure
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abdulmalik"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abdulmalik"
"Abdulmalik" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8179th of 16616 | 55 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5530th of 24088 | 225 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4327th of 23106 | 282 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdulmalik" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdulmalik" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abdulmalik"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abdulmalik" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.