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Malick vs Sharif

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malick

Boy #5,343 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"king, sovereign"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic West African Senegalese French Islamic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,343
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Malick Rank #5,343
Sharif Rank #5,260

Sharif is more popular, ranked #5260 vs #5343 for Malick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malick or Sharif more popular?

Sharif is more popular, ranked #5260 compared to Malick at #5343 in the United States.

What do Malick and Sharif mean?

Malick means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin). Sharif means "noble, honorable, eminent" (Arabic origin).

Are Malick and Sharif boy or girl names?

Malick is primarily a boy name. Sharif is primarily a boy name.

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