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Kross 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

Kross Rank #1,317
Malek Rank #1,428

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 vs #1428 for Malek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kross or Malek more popular?

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 compared to Malek at #1428 in the United States.

What do Kross and Malek mean?

Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin). Malek means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin).

Are Kross and Malek boy or girl names?

Kross is primarily a boy name. Malek is primarily a boy name.

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