Malinah
Malinah is a girl baby name. Ranked #12,640 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
Malinah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 25 babies have been named Malinah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malinah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,640 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,640
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Malinah
Malinah is a girl name .
Malinah is currently ranked #12,640 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malinah include Mal, May, Malie, and Maliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malinah 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