Malik vs Clayton

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

Popularity Comparison

Malik Rank #430
Clayton Rank #318

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #430 for Malik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malik or Clayton more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Malik at #430 in the United States.

What do Malik and Clayton mean?

Malik means "king, master" (Arabic origin).

Are Malik and Clayton boy or girl names?

Malik is primarily a boy name. Clayton is primarily a boy name.

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