Malei
Malei is a girl baby name. Ranked #51,213 in the US, popular nicknames include Mal, May, and Malie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Malei first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 5 babies have been named Malei in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malei is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #51,213 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #51,213
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Malei
Malei is a girl name .
Malei is currently ranked #51,213 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malei include Mal, May, and Malie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malei include Maleah, Malena, Maleni, Maleia, Malea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis