Malikia
Malikia is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,646 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
Malikia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 45 babies have been named Malikia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malikia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,646 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,646
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Malikia is also used as a boy name, ranked #42563.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Malikia
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About the Name Malikia
Malikia is a girl name .
Is Malikia a boy or girl name? Malikia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #34,646 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #42,563. Malikia is more commonly used as a girl name.
Malikia is currently ranked #34,646 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malikia include Mal, May, Malie, and Maliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malikia include Malia, Maliyah, Maliah, Malina, Malika . 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