Maliyah
girl name#626 in 2025Maliyah entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #295 in 2009, ranks #626 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1994–2025
#626
rank today
#295
peak (2009)
467
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #2978 |
| 2000s | #867 |
| 2010s | #400 |
| 2020s | #543 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Maliyah has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 15,500 people named Maliyah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Maliyah is a kid of about 11 — 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 Maliyah in 2025?
- Maliyah ranks #626 among US girl names in 2025, with 467 babies given the name.
- When was the name Maliyah most popular?
- Maliyah peaked in 2009, reaching #295 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Maliyah with classmates?
- Maliyah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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