Maliyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maliyah is an American name derived from Amalia, meaning 'work' or 'labor.' It has evolved from traditional forms to become popular in modern times. The name is often viewed as unique and trendy, with no biblical significance.
The name Maliyah 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, Maliyah has been falling for female in MidWest, too falling 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, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maliyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10851st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 674th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 463rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maliyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maliyah"
Pronunciation
/məˈliːə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Maliyah is a modern variant of the name Amalia, which has roots in the Germanic word 'amal,' meaning 'work' or 'labor.'
Meaning
Work, labor
Language Evolution
Amalia, Maliyah
Historical Usage
Maliyah gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern take on traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Amalia, Malia, Malie
Modern Popularity & Image
Maliyah is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with uniqueness and creativity.
Famous People
Maliyah Ransom, a rising social media influencer, Maliyah Thomas, a notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maliyah"
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 "Maliyah"
"Maliyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10851st of 27321 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 674th of 35406 | 6,561 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 463rd of 30306 | 8,245 |
Regional Popularity of "Maliyah" 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 "Maliyah" 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.66% 626th/4582 |
17.47% 902nd/5164 |
7.77% 568th/7313 |
10.46% 781st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
11.02% 439th/3984 |
11.83% 531st/4487 |
5.51% 376th/6822 |
9.93% 623rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maliyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maliyah" 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.