Maliyah
Maliyah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Maliyah
- A female given name from Hawaiian.
Etymology
Probably a fanciful spelling of Malia, from Hawaiian Malia.
How popular is Maliyah?
Since 1880, 15,359 girls in the U.S. have been named Maliyah. Its highest rank for girls was #297 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #626 for girls, with 467 babies given the name.
Names similar to Maliyah
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Maliyah FAQ
What does the name Maliyah mean?
A female given name from Hawaiian. Probably a fanciful spelling of Malia, from Hawaiian Malia.
What is the origin of the name Maliyah?
Maliyah is listed as a name of Hawaiian origin.
How popular is the name Maliyah?
Since 1880, 15,359 girls in the U.S. have been named Maliyah. Its highest rank for girls was #297 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #626 for girls, with 467 babies given the name.
Is Maliyah a boy or girl name?
Maliyah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 15,359 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.