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Malek vs Townes

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
Townes Rank #1,554

Malek is more popular, ranked #1428 vs #1554 for Townes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malek or Townes more popular?

Malek is more popular, ranked #1428 compared to Townes at #1554 in the United States.

What do Malek and Townes mean?

Malek means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin). Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Malek and Townes boy or girl names?

Malek is primarily a boy name. Townes is primarily a boy name.

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