Feminine dossier · first seen 1997
Malaia
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2021
Peak births
40
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Malaia
How many people are named Malaia?
An estimated 418 living Americans are named Malaia.
How rare is Malaia?
Malaia is very rare among babies today, with 28 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 30% from its 2021 peak.
How old is the typical Malaia?
The median age of a living American named Malaia is approximately 7 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 15 years old.
Is Malaia still popular?
Yes — Malaia is currently rising in popularity, with 28 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.6× higher than the previous decade.
1997Peak 20212025
Peak year
2021
Decline from peak
30%
2025
28
All-time
422