Malai
girl name#10107 in 2025Malai entered the US charts in 2005, peaked at #6629 in 2020, ranks #10107 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2005–2025
#10107
rank today
#6629
peak (2020)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #8839 |
| 2010s | #12199 |
| 2020s | #8993 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Malai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malai is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Malai in 2025?
- Malai ranks #10107 among US girl names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malai most popular?
- Malai peaked in 2020, reaching #6629 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Malai with classmates?
- Malai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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