Malia vs Wren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malia

Girl #327 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"calm, peaceful"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#327
Total SSA Count
946
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mali, Lia, Mia

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Malia Rank #327
Wren Rank #213

Wren is more popular, ranked #213 vs #327 for Malia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Malia ___

  • Malia Rose
  • Malia Grace
  • Malia Kai
  • Malia Ann
  • Malia Elena

Wren ___

  • Wren Elizabeth
  • Wren Amelia
  • Wren Josephine
  • Wren Louise
  • Wren Marie
  • Wren Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Malia

Kalia Koa Leilani Keanu Nalu

If you choose Wren

Fern Sage Lark Robin Finley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malia or Wren more popular?

Wren is more popular, ranked #213 compared to Malia at #327 in the United States.

What do Malia and Wren mean?

Malia means "calm, peaceful" (Hawaiian origin). Wren means "small bird (the wren)" (Old English (wrenna) origin).

Are Malia and Wren boy or girl names?

Malia is primarily a girl name. Wren is primarily a girl name.

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