Mali
girl name#3903 in 2025Mali entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #2681 in 2019, ranks #3903 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1967–2025
#3903
rank today
#2681
peak (2019)
37
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5457 |
| 1970s | #7934 |
| 1980s | #8067 |
| 1990s | #7040 |
| 2000s | #3714 |
| 2010s | #3533 |
| 2020s | #3370 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mali has been most popular in NY, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Mali are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mali alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mali in 2025?
- Mali ranks #3903 among US girl names in 2025, with 37 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mali most popular?
- Mali peaked in 2019, reaching #2681 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mali with classmates?
- Mali will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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