King or sovereign
Maliek is a variant of the Arabic name Malik, which is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam. It signifies a ruler, king, or master, conveying a sense of authority and leadership. While less common than the traditional spelling, this version is often found in African American naming traditions.
Less common today
Maliek isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,466 in 1997.
NFL defensive tackle
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
