Maleia vs Raia

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

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Raia

Girl #3,356 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, beloved companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Muslim American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,356
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rai, Raya

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maleia Rank #3,516
Raia Rank #3,356

Raia is more popular, ranked #3356 vs #3516 for Maleia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maleia ___

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

Raia ___

  • Raia Nour
  • Raia Jade
  • Raia Grace
  • Raia Lily
  • Raia Skye
  • Raia Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maleia

Malia Naleia Kailani Leilani Kai

If you choose Raia

Maia Layla Ava Zara Seren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maleia or Raia more popular?

Raia is more popular, ranked #3356 compared to Maleia at #3516 in the United States.

What do Maleia and Raia mean?

Maleia means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew Miriam via Hawaiian origin). Raia means "friend, beloved companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maleia and Raia boy or girl names?

Maleia is primarily a girl name. Raia is primarily a girl name.

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