Boy nameCurrently #1,427 in the USRising
Malek
//ˈmɑlɛk//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20235 lettersStarts with M
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Malek's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Malek's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Malek |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1995 | 58 |
| 1996 | 75 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 74 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 72 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 71 |
| 2005 | 84 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 98 |
| 2010 | 77 |
| 2011 | 87 |
| 2012 | 97 |
| 2013 | 83 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 72 |
| 2016 | 95 |
| 2017 | 93 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 130 |
| 2020 | 125 |
| 2021 | 118 |
| 2022 | 118 |
| 2023 | 151 |
| 2024 | 128 |
Malek through the decades
- Malek peaked in 2023, when 151 babies were named Malek in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Malek has risen 33% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Malek currently ranks #1,427 in the US and is on the rise.