Malina
mə-LEE-nə
The Story of Malina
This name, like a ripe raspberry, bursts with sweetness and tenderness, a gentle gift from Polish fields and Hawaiian shores.
Malina draws its sweetness from the Polish word for 'raspberry,' evoking natural bounty and delicate flavor. In Hawaiian, it carries the tender meaning of 'soothing.' This name journeys from Eastern European gardens and Pacific islands, blending natural imagery with a sense of gentle comfort, a name that feels both rooted and serene.
Whispering 'Malina' to your baby girl feels like offering a soft sigh of contentment. The name is gentle, sweet, and imbued with a tender kindness you already sense within her. You'll write 'Malina' on her baby book, and it will feel like inscribing a promise of comfort and a life filled with simple, natural joys.
What It Means
“Derived from the Polish word for 'raspberry'. In Hawaiian, it means 'tender, soothing'.”
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Famous Namesakes
Malina Weissman
American actress known for 'A Series of Unfortunate Events'
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#169 in 2009
Total Births
4,364
First Recorded
1920
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