Malakhi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Malakhi is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'. It evolved from the Hebrew 'Mal'akhi' to its modern English form. The name carries a significant biblical relevance as it is associated with a prophet in the Old Testament, contributing to its popularity in religious communities. Today, Malakhi is seen as a unique name with spiritual connotations.
The name Malakhi is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Malakhi has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Malakhi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2111th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1179th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Malakhi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Malakhi"
Pronunciation
/məˈlɑːkaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Malakhi derives from the Hebrew word 'mal'akh', which means 'messenger' or 'angel'. It is often interpreted as 'my messenger'.
Meaning
messenger, angel
Language Evolution
Mal'akhi (Hebrew), Malachi (Latin transliteration), Malakhi (modern English adaptation)
Biblical Background
Malakhi is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, being the last book of the Old Testament. It is attributed to a prophet who spoke on behalf of God.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly among religious communities due to its biblical association.
Variants & Derivatives
Malachi, Malak, Malaika
Modern Popularity & Image
Malakhi is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strong spiritual connotations and a connection to heritage.
Famous People
Malakhi Williams, a contemporary artist., Malakhi Morgan, a notable athlete.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Malakhi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Malakhi"
"Malakhi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2111th of 24088 | 928 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1179th of 23106 | 1,988 |
Regional Popularity of "Malakhi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.23% 1981st/4582 |
41.17% 2126th/5164 |
25.54% 1868th/7313 |
32.33% 2413th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.52% 1176th/3984 |
39.20% 1759th/4487 |
14.47% 987th/6822 |
24.39% 1531st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Malakhi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Malakhi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Malakhi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.