Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Malik.
National Rank (2025)
#437
All-Time Peak Rank
#97 (1996)
Total U.S. Births
49,607
Unisex Distribution99.5% Boy / 0.5% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Malik Vibe: This choice is considered a Declining Classic. A previously dominant name currently experiencing a prolonged generational cooling period.
📖 The Story Behind Malik
According to SSA data, Malik achieved its highest historical rank of #97 in 1996. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1996 with 4,026 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 16.0%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 62 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Malik scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-16.0% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record4,026Births in 1996
Years in Top 100
1yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
62Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:5
1950s:6
1960s:139
1970s:1,348
1980s:1,427
1990s:17,951
2000s:14,766
2010s:9,210
2020s:4,755
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-lik
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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📍 Authentic State & Regional Rankings
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