Mahala Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-HAH-lah / məˈhɑːləHebrew; Native American
Meaning
Hebrew: tender; Native American: a woman who is a leader
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mahala has Hebrew roots, where it is often associated with tenderness and compassion. In some Native American cultures, it signifies a strong female leader. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a blend of meanings and significance. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Mahala has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mahala
- Mahalah
International Variants
- Mahal (Arabic)
- Mahala (Slavic)
Famous people named Mahala
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mahala was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mahala has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Mahala has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mahala (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 9 |
| 1881 | 13 |
| 1882 | 25 |
| 1883 | 20 |
| 1884 | 13 |
| 1885 | 17 |
| 1886 | 13 |
| 1887 | 17 |
| 1888 | 23 |
| 1889 | 13 |
| 1890 | 19 |
| 1891 | 22 |
| 1892 | 21 |
| 1893 | 17 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 14 |
| 1896 | 17 |
| 1897 | 17 |
| 1898 | 22 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 17 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 14 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 13 |
| 1906 | 22 |
| 1907 | 19 |
| 1908 | 15 |
| 1909 | 16 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 26 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 31 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 25 |
| 1926 | 19 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 50 |
| 1998 | 51 |
| 1999 | 68 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 57 |
| 2002 | 63 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 58 |
| 2005 | 64 |
| 2006 | 74 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 60 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 25 |