Malik
Pronunciation: [ m-AL-ihk ]
Does Malik flow with your last name?
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Malik
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Malik
4 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Malik
See all →What the Malik report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Malik the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Malik head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Malik actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Malik first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 259 babies have been named Malik in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malik is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,055 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"love is joy"
"life; living"
"to reap"
"left gate, assistant gate"
"painted people (historical Celtic root)"
Compare Malik with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,055
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Malik fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Boy Name
Malik is also used as a boy name, ranked #430.
View Malik as a boy name →Similar Names
See all names like Malik →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Malik with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Malik and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Malik sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Yoruba origin
"love is joy"
#35,217 in US
Swahili/Arabic origin
"life; living"
#35,153 in US
Greek origin
"to reap"
#35,082 in US
Japanese origin
"left gate, assistant gate"
#35,112 in US
Proto-Celtic origin
"painted people (historical Celtic root)"
#35,239 in US
Blended Irish/French roots origin
"God's grace combined with song"
#34,920 in US
Sanskrit origin
"inner peace"
#35,066 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Malik's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Malik
Is Malik a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Malik?
How popular is the name Malik?
What are common nicknames for Malik?
Is Malik a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Malik?
About the Name Malik
Malik is a girl name .
Is Malik a boy or girl name? Malik is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #35,055 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #430. Malik is more commonly used as a boy name.
Malik is currently ranked #35,055 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malik include Mal, May, Maie, and Malkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malik include Malia, Maliyah, Maliah, Malina, Malika . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis