An estimated 48,618 living Americans are named Malik.
How rare is Malik?
Malik is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 724 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 82% from its 1996 peak.
How old is the typical Malik?
The median age of a living American named Malik is approximately 24 years, with most bearers falling between 15 and 29 years old.
Is Malik still popular?
Yes. Malik is holding steady, with 724 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Malik most common?
Malik has its strongest geographic signal in District of Columbia, where it appears 7.7× more often than the national baseline.
1949Peak 19962025
Peak year
1996
Decline from peak
82%
2025
724
All-time
49,607
Diaspora map
Malik broke out in Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia (1993) and became over-represented in 28 states over 31 years.
Broke out: Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia, 1993 · over-represented in 28 states over 31 years
