Malia

Q: What is the origin of Malia?

Malia is of Hawaiian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Malia a girl name?

Malia is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Calm; Peaceful"

Hawaiian form associated with Mary traditions and interpreted as calmness, used both within Hawaii and internationally.

Themes:hawaiianserenemary

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Malia

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#326Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

#326

Malia was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

-53

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Malia Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Malia.

10 ideas

Mali

Nickname

Lia

Nickname

mali

Nickname

maly

Nickname

alia

Nickname

mie

Nickname

“Love and Greeting”

Unranked

|Hawaiian

Baby Name Lists That Include Malia

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Malia mean?

Malia means "Calm; Peaceful". Hawaiian form associated with Mary traditions and interpreted as calmness, used both within Hawaii and internationally.

What is the origin of Malia?

Malia is of Hawaiian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Malia?

According to the latest SSA data, Malia is currently ranked #326 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Malia a girl name?

Malia is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Malia?

Popular nicknames for Malia include Mali, Lia, mali, ma, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Malia?

There are many names similar to Malia in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHawaiian

Syllables3

Length5 letters

US Rank#326

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Koa Kai Keanu Makai Alika

Sisters

Ailani Kailani Kaylani Kalani Malani

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