Malanna
Malanna is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,193 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
Malanna first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 25 babies have been named Malanna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malanna is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,193 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,193
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Malanna
Malanna is a girl name .
Malanna is currently ranked #28,193 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malanna include Mal, May, Malie, and Malaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malanna 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