Malquan
A masculine Arabic name meaning "sovereign", "king", or "ruler".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Malquan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Malquan today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Malquan births was 1993 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Malquan. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Malquan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1993
5 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
1993 SSA rank
#9,618
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Malquan: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Malquan by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Malquan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Malquan
The name Malquan has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, originating during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "malqan," which means "skilled" or "proficient." The name was likely given to individuals who demonstrated exceptional skills or talents in various fields.
Historically, the name Malquan can be traced back to the 8th century, when it appeared in various Arabic manuscripts and literary works. One of the earliest recorded references to the name can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab scholar and historian, Al-Tabari, who lived from 838 to 923 AD.
In the realm of religious texts, the name Malquan is not explicitly mentioned in the Quran or other major Islamic scriptures. However, it is believed to have been used by some Muslim families during the Golden Age of Islam, particularly in regions such as Persia, Mesopotamia, and the Levant.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Malquan. One of the earliest recorded figures was Malquan al-Andalusi, a 9th-century Arabic philosopher and scholar from Cordoba, in present-day Spain. He was known for his contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics.
Another prominent figure was Malquan al-Isfahani, a 10th-century Persian mathematician and astronomer. He is credited with developing advanced techniques for calculating planetary positions and making significant contributions to the field of trigonometry.
In the 12th century, Malquan al-Dimashqi was a renowned Syrian architect and engineer. He is best known for designing and overseeing the construction of several iconic mosques and palaces in Damascus, including the famous Umayyad Mosque.
During the 14th century, Malquan al-Qahiri was an Egyptian physician and scholar who made significant advancements in the field of medicine. His treatises on various medical topics were widely studied and influential in the Islamic world.
In more recent times, Malquan al-Baghdadi was an Iraqi poet and writer who lived in the early 20th century. His works, which often explored themes of love, loss, and patriotism, gained widespread recognition and popularity throughout the Arab world.
It is important to note that while the name Malquan has a rich historical significance, its usage and popularity have declined in modern times, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions. However, it remains a unique and intriguing name with deep cultural roots and associations.
People
Malquan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Malquan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Malquan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Malquan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Malquan going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Malquan a common name?
We classify Malquan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Malquan most popular?
The single biggest year for Malquan was 1993, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Malquan is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Malquan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Malquan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Malquan in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Malquan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Malquan in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Malquan can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Malquan?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Malquan at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.