Maleia
girl name#2859 in 2025Maleia entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #2090 in 2023, ranks #2859 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
#2859
rank today
#2090
peak (2023)
59
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4998 |
| 1960s | #5915 |
| 1970s | #7820 |
| 1980s | #9542 |
| 1990s | #9414 |
| 2000s | #4584 |
| 2010s | #4119 |
| 2020s | #2829 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Maleia has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Maleia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Maleia is a kid of about 12 — 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 Maleia in 2025?
- Maleia ranks #2859 among US girl names in 2025, with 59 babies given the name.
- When was the name Maleia most popular?
- Maleia peaked in 2023, reaching #2090 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Maleia with classmates?
- Maleia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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