Malka
girl name#1008 in 2025Malka entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #984 in 2024, ranks #1008 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1946–2025
#1008
rank today
#984
peak (2024)
248
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4277 |
| 1950s | #3731 |
| 1960s | #3301 |
| 1970s | #2351 |
| 1980s | #1951 |
| 1990s | #1767 |
| 2000s | #1591 |
| 2010s | #1350 |
| 2020s | #1085 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Malka has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Maryland.
Living bearers
About 6,400 people named Malka are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malka alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Malka in 2025?
- Malka ranks #1008 among US girl names in 2025, with 248 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malka most popular?
- Malka peaked in 2024, reaching #984 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Malka with classmates?
- Malka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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