Malaia
muh-LAY-uh
Malaia is a girl’s name of Hawaiian origin, meaning “Malaia is a feminine name of Hawaiian origin meaning 'peaceful' or 'calm'. It is a gentle and serene name evoking tranquility and harmony.”. It currently ranks #5084 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Malaia Means
“Malaia is a feminine name of Hawaiian origin meaning 'peaceful' or 'calm'. It is a gentle and serene name evoking tranquility and harmony.”
The Story of Malaia
This name whispers of tranquility, a serene promise of peace you'll give to your daughter.
Malaia is a feminine name with Hawaiian origins, beautifully meaning 'peaceful' or 'calm'. Its journey is one of gentle breezes and serene island shores, evoking a sense of deep harmony and natural tranquility. The name carries the spirit of aloha, a deeply ingrained cultural value of peace and love.
To say 'Malaia' is to feel your shoulders relax. It's a name that sounds like the gentle lapping of waves on a shore. You imagine it as a soothing lullaby you sing to your daughter, a constant reminder of the calm she can carry within her, a peaceful haven in a busy world.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#40 in 2021
Total Births
394
First Recorded
1997
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