Malaiah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahl-ah-ee-ahh
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Beauty

Malaiah, a name with African American origins, has gained popularity in recent years. It is derived from the Swahili word "mala, " meaning "beauty, " and "iah, " which is a suffix indicating a place or a person. Malaiah symbolizes creativity and empathy, reflecting a deep emotional connection and artistic flair. It has become a trendy choice for parents looking to give their child a unique and culturally rich name. The use of Malaiah has increased significantly in the past decade, reflecting its growing popularity and cultural significance.

Malaiah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Malaiah is currently #14392 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Malaiah is currently #8192 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Malaiah is currently #6999 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Malaiah is currently #3941 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Malaiah is currently #7301 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Malaiah is currently #4171 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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