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Malek vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irving

Boy #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Jewish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,618
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malek Rank #1,428
Irving Rank #1,618

Malek is more popular, ranked #1428 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malek or Irving more popular?

Malek is more popular, ranked #1428 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Malek and Irving mean?

Malek means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Malek and Irving boy or girl names?

Malek is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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