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Malik vs Clark

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
Clark Rank #438

Malik is more popular, ranked #430 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malik or Clark more popular?

Malik is more popular, ranked #430 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Malik and Clark mean?

Malik means "king, master" (Arabic origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Malik and Clark boy or girl names?

Malik is primarily a boy name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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