What is the origin of the name Mahlia?

Mahlia is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Mahlia?

Mahlia is currently ranked #6286 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Mahlia?

Mahlia is pronounced mah-LEE-uh.

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GirlHebrew

Mahlia

mah-LEE-uh

Popularity

#6286

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

597

Peak Year

#43 in 2009

First Recorded

1991

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A beautiful name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'myrrh,' referring to the fragrant resin used in ancient times for perfume and medicine.

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Mali Lia

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

Mahalia Jackson
American gospel singer, known as the 'Queen of Gospel'.

Nicknames

Mali Lia

Spelling Variations

Mahala Mahalia Malya

Similar Names

Myra Amelia Lydia Seraphina

Personality Traits

fragrantcalmingelegantspiritual

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