Maleah
mah-LEE-ah
Maleah is a girl’s name of Hawaiian origin, meaning “Maleah is a modern invented name. It's often considered a variation of Malia, which itself is of Hawaiian origin, meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil'.”. It currently ranks #1210 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2009.
What Maleah Means
“Maleah is a modern invented name. It's often considered a variation of Malia, which itself is of Hawaiian origin, meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil'.”
The Story of Maleah
This name whispers of tranquility and gentle grace, a calming presence you already feel surrounding your child.
Maleah is a contemporary creation, often seen as a variation of Malia, a name with Hawaiian origins meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil'. Its journey is relatively modern, emerging into popularity in the latter half of the 20th century and continuing to be embraced for its soft sound and serene connotations. It carries a peaceful essence, reminiscent of calm waters and gentle breezes.
To say 'Maleah' is to feel a sense of peaceful calm washing over you. You can already picture yourself writing this name, soft and flowing, on your daughter’s birth announcement, a reflection of the quiet, loving spirit you sense within her. It’s a name that promises a gentle heart and a serene nature, a tranquil soul ready to embrace the world.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#508 in 2009
Total Births
9,237
First Recorded
1956
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