Malakai
boy name#213 in 2025Malakai entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #213 in 2025, ranks #213 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1988–2025
#213
rank today
#213
peak (2025)
1,657
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5751 |
| 1990s | #5425 |
| 2000s | #1004 |
| 2010s | #484 |
| 2020s | #240 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Malakai has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 17,500 people named Malakai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malakai 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 Malakai in 2025?
- Malakai ranks #213 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,657 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malakai most popular?
- Malakai peaked in 2025, reaching #213 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Malakai with classmates?
- Malakai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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