The nameMalick
Malick is a West African spelling of Malik, a name of kings.
- Boy's name
- West African
Meaning
Malick comes from the Arabic malik, "king".
Origin
West African, from Arabic.
History
In England and Wales Malick reached 1744th place in 2006.
Popularity of the name Malick
Malick in the United States
Malick was most popular in the United States in the 2000s, with 206 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Malick. Its rise began around 1991, and it peaked in 1997. Half of all babies named Malick in the United States were born before 2008, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Malick in France
Malick was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 590 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Malick. Its rise began around 1963, and it peaked in 2023. Half of all babies named Malick in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 71 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Malick mean?
Malick comes from the Arabic malik, "king".
What is the origin of the name Malick?
West African, from Arabic.
Is Malick a girl's or a boy's name?
Malick is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Malick?
In 2024, Malick was the 5302nd most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 18 births.