Arabic
99% Masculine / 1% Feminine
Malique means 'king' or 'ruler' in Arabic.
Malique is a name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic word 'malik', which means 'king' or 'ruler'. The name carries connotations of leadership, authority, and power. In some cultures, Malique is also associated with wealth and prosperity. It has a strong and regal sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a name with a royal flair.
The popularity for the name Malique peaked in popularity in the year 1998 with 133 births, which ranked number 2,340 out of 25,727 unique names for that year. Malique had the most female births in 2001 with 6, which ranked number 13,519 out of 17,976 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1998 with 133, which ranked number 1,017 out of 11,309 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Malique has declined sharply over the last ten years from 46 births to 20 births, a decline of -56.52%. Among males, Malique has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 46 births to 20 births, a decline of -56.52%.
We have no state ranking data available for the name Malique. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Malique in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Malique is a great pick!
Given the downward trend of Malique over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -7.99% decrease in total births, for a total of 18 births in 2024. Male births for Malique have been decreasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 18 male births in 2024, a decrease of -7.99%.