Mahalia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-HAY-lee-ah / /məˈheɪliə/Hebrew; African
Meaning
Hebrew: 'tenderness'; African: 'praise'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mahalia is derived from the Hebrew name 'Mahalalel', which means 'praise'. It is also associated with African roots, particularly in the context of African American culture. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, partly due to its association with notable figures in music and civil rights. Mahalia Jackson, a prominent gospel singer, significantly contributed to the name's recognition.
Trend Summary
Mahalia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mahaley
- Mahaly
International Variants
- Mahalia (English)
- Mahalia (Spanish)
Famous people named Mahalia
Mahalia Jackson was an influential American gospel singer known for her powerful voice and civil rights activism.
Mahalia Burkmar is a British author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Mahalia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mahalia was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mahalia has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Mahalia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mahalia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 55 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 56 |
| 1996 | 60 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 52 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2008 | 40 |
| 2009 | 38 |
| 2010 | 39 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 48 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2022 | 56 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 50 |