Malana
Malana is a girl baby name. Ranked #6,967 in the US, popular nicknames include Mal, May, and Malie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Malana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 1,194 babies have been named Malana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,967 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #6,967
- Total SSA Count
- 17
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About the Name Malana
Malana is a girl name .
Malana is currently ranked #6,967 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malana include Mal, May, Malie, and Malaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malana include Malani, Malaya, Malaysia, Malayah, Malak . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis