Malik Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Malik is an Arabic name meaning 'king' or 'ruler'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages, including Urdu and Swahili. The name conveys traits of leadership and authority. It does not have a biblical background, but it is widely used in Muslim cultures, gaining popularity over time.
The name Malik is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Malik has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female 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 female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Malik' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5937th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 800th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 340th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 220th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 382nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9803rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12120th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Malik' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Malik"
Pronunciation
/məˈliːk/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Malik derives from the Arabic word 'malik', which means 'king' or 'ruler'. It is often used as a title of authority in various cultures.
Meaning
king, ruler
Language Evolution
Malik (Arabic), Malik (Urdu), Malik (Swahili)
Historical Usage
Malik has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions, especially in South Asia and among Muslim communities worldwide.
Variants & Derivatives
Malek, Maleek, Maalik
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Malik is a popular name in many cultures, particularly among Muslims. It is often associated with leadership and strength.
Famous People
Malik Yoba, Malik Beasley, Malik Zaire
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Malik"
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 "Malik"
"Malik" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5937th of 7552 | 17 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 800th of 10718 | 1,649 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 340th of 16616 | 10,889 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 220th of 24088 | 26,179 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 382nd of 23106 | 10,133 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9803rd of 27321 | 99 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12120th of 35406 | 116 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Malik" 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) |
29.08% 854th/2937 |
11.51% 401st/3483 |
37.27% 1311th/3518 |
24.09% 974th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
9.53% 351st/3685 |
4.47% 200th/4475 |
6.22% 323rd/5194 |
8.26% 522nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.58% 210th/4582 |
4.01% 207th/5164 |
2.34% 171st/7313 |
5.48% 409th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
8.53% 340th/3984 |
8.98% 403rd/4487 |
4.97% 339th/6822 |
8.57% 538th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Malik" 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) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Malik"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Malik" 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.