Malak
Malak first appears in US records in 1983. It peaked in 2011, when 210 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 137.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Malak popular?
Steady Malak has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2011.
| 2020s | 760 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,706 | |
| 2000s | 1,146 | |
| 1990s | 255 | |
| 1980s | 27 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Malak mean?
Malak means “angel” in Arabic.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Malak mean?
Malak means Angel. Malak means “angel” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Malak?
Malak is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Malak?
Malak is pronounced “MAL-ak.”
Is Malak a boy or a girl name?
Malak is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Malak a popular name right now?
Malak has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2011.
How popular is the name Malak?
In 2025, Malak ranked #1544 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Malak most popular?
Malak was most popular in 2011, when about 210 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Malak?
Names similar to Malak include Dua, Malika, Sana, Farah, Iman.
What names go well with Malak?
Arabic names that pair well with Malak include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.