Mali
boy name#8910 in 2025Mali entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #4418 in 1976, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
#8910
rank today
#4418
peak (1976)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4418 |
| 1990s | #8457 |
| 2000s | #11982 |
| 2010s | #12113 |
| 2020s | #8173 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Mali are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Mali is a kid of about 4 — 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 Mali in 2025?
- Mali ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mali most popular?
- Mali peaked in 1976, reaching #4418 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mali with classmates?
- Mali will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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