Maleya
Maleya is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,130 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
Maleya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 541 babies have been named Maleya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maleya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,130 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,130
- Total SSA Count
- 16
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Maleya
Maleya is a girl name .
Maleya is currently ranked #7,130 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maleya include Mal, May, Malie, and Maleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maleya include Maleah, Malena, Maleni, Maleia, Malea . 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