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Syriah 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

Syriah Rank #4,439
Maleah Rank #1,211

Maleah is more popular, ranked #1211 vs #4439 for Syriah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Syriah or Maleah more popular?

Maleah is more popular, ranked #1211 compared to Syriah at #4439 in the United States.

What do Syriah and Maleah mean?

Syriah means "princess of God" (Hebrew origin). Maleah means "bitter sea, wished-for child" (Hebrew (via Hawaiian) origin).

Are Syriah and Maleah boy or girl names?

Syriah is primarily a girl name. Maleah is primarily a girl name.

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