Malky Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Malky is a Hebrew name derived from 'Malkiyahu', meaning 'my king is Yahweh'. It has evolved through forms like Malkiyahu and Malachi. The name conveys traits of leadership and spirituality, with no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in modern contexts, particularly within Jewish communities, and is seen as a warm and friendly name.
The name Malky is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Malky has been too falling for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Malky' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11514th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9563rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5245th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2785th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1889th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Malky' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Malky"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɔːlki/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Malky is derived from the Hebrew name 'Malkiyahu', which means 'my king is Yahweh'. It is a diminutive form and has been used in various cultures.
Meaning
my king is Yahweh
Language Evolution
Malkiyahu, Malky, Malachi
Historical Usage
Malky has been used in Jewish communities and has gained popularity in contemporary times as a casual form of the name Malachi.
Variants & Derivatives
Malachi, Malkie, Malka
Modern Popularity & Image
Malky is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familial connections.
Famous People
Malky Mackay, Malky McKay
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Malky"
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 "Malky"
"Malky" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11514th of 12526 | 8 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9563rd of 19264 | 51 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5245th of 27321 | 259 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2785th of 35406 | 935 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1889th of 30306 | 1,292 |
Regional Popularity of "Malky" 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 "Malky" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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93.83% 2280th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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57.13% 1990th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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26.99% 1208th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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13.09% 676th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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9.78% 439th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Malky"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Malky" 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.