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Nick vs Malek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nick

Boy #1,422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek Nikolaos

Cultural Roots

English American Greek Australian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,422
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

44 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Nick Rank #1,422
Malek Rank #1,428

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1428 for Malek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Malek more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Malek at #1428 in the United States.

What do Nick and Malek mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Malek means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin).

Are Nick and Malek boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Malek is primarily a boy name.

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