Malia
girl name#349 in 2025Malia entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #192 in 2009, ranks #349 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1919–2025
#349
rank today
#192
peak (2009)
872
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4814 |
| 1940s | #4960 |
| 1950s | #2155 |
| 1960s | #1758 |
| 1970s | #1194 |
| 1980s | #1044 |
| 1990s | #870 |
| 2000s | #403 |
| 2010s | #296 |
| 2020s | #288 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Malia has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas.
Living bearers
About 31,000 people named Malia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malia alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Malia in 2025?
- Malia ranks #349 among US girl names in 2025, with 872 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malia most popular?
- Malia peaked in 2009, reaching #192 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Malia with classmates?
- Malia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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