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Gentry vs Malek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malek

Boy #1,428 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"king, sovereign"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic American North African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,428
Total SSA Count
128
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gentry Rank #1,601
Malek Rank #1,428

Malek is more popular, ranked #1428 vs #1601 for Gentry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gentry or Malek more popular?

Malek is more popular, ranked #1428 compared to Gentry at #1601 in the United States.

What do Gentry and Malek mean?

Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin). Malek means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin).

Are Gentry and Malek boy or girl names?

Gentry is primarily a boy name. Malek is primarily a boy name.

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