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Malik vs Cairo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malik

Boy #430 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"king, master"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic African Muslim African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#430
Total SSA Count
736
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malik Rank #430
Cairo Rank #356

Cairo is more popular, ranked #356 vs #430 for Malik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malik or Cairo more popular?

Cairo is more popular, ranked #356 compared to Malik at #430 in the United States.

What do Malik and Cairo mean?

Malik means "king, master" (Arabic origin). Cairo means "the victorious (Arabic city name)" (Arabic (Al-Qahira) origin).

Are Malik and Cairo boy or girl names?

Malik is primarily a boy name. Cairo is primarily a boy name.

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