Malia
mah-LEE-ah
Popularity
#326
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
Hawaiian
Total Births
30,729
Peak Year
#1,700 in 2009
First Recorded
1919
Style
Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Malia is a Hawaiian name meaning "calm" or "tranquil." It is also considered a form of Mary.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Malia Obama
Daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama.
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