Maliah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maliah originates from Hawaiian culture, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It has evolved from the name Malia and is associated with tranquility. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century as Hawaiian culture became more prominent. Maliah is perceived as a modern and beautiful name, with variants like Malia and Mal.
The name Maliah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maliah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maliah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12111th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1535th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1039th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maliah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maliah"
Pronunciation
/məˈliːə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
Maliah is derived from the Hawaiian name 'Malia', which means 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It is often associated with tranquility and serenity.
Meaning
calm, peaceful
Language Evolution
Malia, Maliah
Historical Usage
The name Maliah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as Hawaiian culture became more widely recognized and appreciated.
Variants & Derivatives
Malia, Mal, Lia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maliah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with a sense of beauty and a connection to nature.
Famous People
Malia Obama - daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama, Malia Ward - known for her contributions to various artistic fields
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maliah"
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 "Maliah"
"Maliah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12111th of 27321 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1535th of 35406 | 2,164 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1039th of 30306 | 3,040 |
Regional Popularity of "Maliah" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maliah" 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) |
32.56% 1492nd/4582 |
33.87% 1749th/5164 |
20.89% 1528th/7313 |
19.15% 1429th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.01% 1076th/3984 |
22.62% 1015th/4487 |
13.50% 921st/6822 |
18.61% 1168th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maliah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maliah" 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.