Maliki Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-LEE-kee / /mɑːˈliːki/Arabic; African
Meaning
King; Ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Maliki derives from 'malik,' meaning king or ruler, often associated with leadership and authority. In some African cultures, it can signify a noble or royal lineage, reflecting respect and honor within the community.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Malik
- Malakhi
International Variants
- Malik (Arabic)
- Maliki (Swahili)
Famous people named Maliki
Maliki — former Prime Minister of Iraq.
Fictional characters named Maliki
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maliki was first seen in the United States in 1992. Maliki has ranked as high as #1271 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Texas, Indiana, California, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Maliki has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maliki (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 79 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 56 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 47 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 50 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 56 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 18 |