Malaia
girl name#4758 in 2025Malaia entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #3735 in 2021, ranks #4758 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
#4758
rank today
#3735
peak (2021)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #13724 |
| 2000s | #9623 |
| 2010s | #8958 |
| 2020s | #4503 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Malaia has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Malaia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malaia is a kid of about 6 — 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 Malaia in 2025?
- Malaia ranks #4758 among US girl names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malaia most popular?
- Malaia peaked in 2021, reaching #3735 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Malaia with classmates?
- Malaia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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