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Malik vs Lawrence

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
Lawrence Rank #510

Malik is more popular, ranked #430 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malik or Lawrence more popular?

Malik is more popular, ranked #430 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Malik and Lawrence mean?

Malik means "king, master" (Arabic origin). Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Malik and Lawrence boy or girl names?

Malik is primarily a boy name. Lawrence is primarily a boy name.

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