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Malek vs Gentry

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malek or Gentry more popular?

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

What do Malek and Gentry mean?

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

Are Malek and Gentry boy or girl names?

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

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