Malinda
girl name#2859 in 2025Malinda entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #251 in 1881, ranks #2859 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2859
rank today
#251
peak (1881)
59
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #282 |
| 1890s | #364 |
| 1900s | #440 |
| 1910s | #621 |
| 1920s | #841 |
| 1930s | #940 |
| 1940s | #652 |
| 1950s | #554 |
| 1960s | #516 |
| 1970s | #471 |
| 1980s | #746 |
| 1990s | #1404 |
| 2000s | #2002 |
| 2010s | #2602 |
| 2020s | #2791 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Malinda has been most popular in PA, OH, IN.
Living bearers
About 16,000 people named Malinda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malinda alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Malinda in 2025?
- Malinda ranks #2859 among US girl names in 2025, with 59 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malinda most popular?
- Malinda peaked in 1881, reaching #251 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Malinda with classmates?
- Malinda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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