King or sovereign
Derived from the Arabic root m-l-k, this name signifies royalty and leadership. It is closely related to the Hebrew name Melech and is often used to denote a ruler or possessor. In Islamic tradition, Al-Malik is one of the 99 names of Allah, though the name Malek is commonly used for individuals.
About 121 boys were named Malek in 2025.
Syrian-American pianist and composer
Film producer and director
Saudi Arabian professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Malek — far less common.
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