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Amalia vs Maleah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maleah

Girl #1,211 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bitter sea, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (via Hawaiian)

Cultural Roots

American African American Hawaiian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,211
Total SSA Count
195
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amalia Rank #551
Maleah Rank #1,211

Amalia is more popular, ranked #551 vs #1211 for Maleah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amalia or Maleah more popular?

Amalia is more popular, ranked #551 compared to Maleah at #1211 in the United States.

What do Amalia and Maleah mean?

Amalia means "work, industrious" (Germanic origin). Maleah means "bitter sea, wished-for child" (Hebrew (via Hawaiian) origin).

Are Amalia and Maleah boy or girl names?

Amalia is primarily a girl name. Maleah is primarily a girl name.

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