Malachi Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAL-uh-kye / /ˈmæl.ə.kaɪ/Hebrew
Meaning
My messenger; My angel
Historical & Cultural Background
Malachi is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word 'mal'akhi', meaning 'my messenger'. It is most commonly associated with the last book of the Old Testament in the Bible, which is traditionally attributed to a prophet named Malachi. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Malachi has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malachai
- Malakhi
International Variants
- Malachie (French)
- Malachai (English)
Famous people named Malachi
Malachi Crunch, an American football player known for his contributions to the sport.
Malachi Favors, an American musician and member of the Art Ensemble of Chicago.
Malachi Martin, an Irish-American writer and theologian known for his controversial works on the Catholic Church.
Malachi O'Doherty, a Northern Irish journalist and author recognized for his commentary on political issues.
Fictional characters named Malachi
Malachi is a character in the film 'The Prophecy', where he is portrayed as an angelic figure.
Malachi is a character in the video game series 'The Binding of Isaac', known for his unique abilities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malachi was first seen in the United States in 1880. Malachi has ranked as high as #268 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Malachi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malachi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 262 | |
| CA | 199 | |
| FL | 183 | |
| GA | 130 | |
| NC | 102 | |
| OH | 93 | |
| PA | 82 | |
| TN | 79 | |
| NY | 75 | |
| VA | 75 | |
| AL | 71 | |
| IN | 69 | |
| IL | 68 | |
| MI | 65 | |
| WI | 52 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 8 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 17 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 19 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 23 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 18 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 22 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 22 |
| 1940 | 24 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 25 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 53 |
| 1976 | 44 |
| 1977 | 49 |
| 1978 | 41 |
| 1979 | 62 |
| 1980 | 62 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 51 |
| 1983 | 68 |
| 1984 | 67 |
| 1985 | 75 |
| 1986 | 83 |
| 1987 | 92 |
| 1988 | 90 |
| 1989 | 114 |
| 1990 | 119 |
| 1991 | 149 |
| 1992 | 178 |
| 1993 | 247 |
| 1994 | 271 |
| 1995 | 359 |
| 1996 | 414 |
| 1997 | 505 |
| 1998 | 577 |
| 1999 | 706 |
| 2000 | 767 |
| 2001 | 1,325 |
| 2002 | 1,673 |
| 2003 | 1,919 |
| 2004 | 2,246 |
| 2005 | 2,553 |
| 2006 | 2,776 |
| 2007 | 2,710 |
| 2008 | 2,457 |
| 2009 | 2,352 |
| 2010 | 2,415 |
| 2011 | 2,351 |
| 2012 | 2,326 |
| 2013 | 2,335 |
| 2014 | 2,397 |
| 2015 | 2,601 |
| 2016 | 2,634 |
| 2017 | 2,546 |
| 2018 | 2,510 |
| 2019 | 2,453 |
| 2020 | 2,400 |
| 2021 | 2,320 |
| 2022 | 2,303 |
| 2023 | 2,478 |
| 2024 | 2,404 |