Emma vs Maleia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maleia

Girl #3,516 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, dear one"

Origin: Hebrew Miriam via Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian Samoan American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,516
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mali, Leia, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Maleia Rank #3,516

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #3516 for Maleia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Maleia ___

  • Maleia Rose
  • Maleia Kai
  • Maleia Grace
  • Maleia Lani
  • Maleia Anne
  • Maleia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Maleia

Malia Naleia Kailani Leilani Kai

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Maleia more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Maleia at #3516 in the United States.

What do Emma and Maleia mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Maleia means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew Miriam via Hawaiian origin).

Are Emma and Maleia boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Maleia is primarily a girl name.

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