Boys name · California
Malik in California
Malik was the 426th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 76 babies named Malik that year. Since 1968, California families have named 3,494 babies Malik.
Popularity over time
Malik in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 9 | 836th |
| 1977 | 9 | 981st |
| 1985 | 15 | 855th |
| 1993 | 58 | 476th |
| 2001 | 133 | 294th |
| 2009 | 78 | 433rd |
| 2017 | 55 | 572nd |
| 2025 | 76 | 426th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 836th in 1968 to 426th in 2025.
The most babies named Malik in California in a single year was 269, in 1996. Its best showing was 186th among boys names in 1996.
Across the country, Malik reached its best rank of 6th in District of Columbia (1996). See Malik in every state →
How popular is Malik in California?
Malik was the 426th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 76 babies named Malik that year. Since 1968, California families have named 3,494 babies Malik.
How many babies are named Malik in California?
In 2025, 76 babies were named Malik in California. The most babies named Malik in California in a single year was 269, in 1996.
What is the rank of Malik in California?
Malik ranked 426th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 186th among boys names in 1996.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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