Malasia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-LAY-zee-ah / /məˈleɪziə/Spanish; Arabic
Meaning
Spanish: 'Malaysia' refers to the country; Arabic: 'Malasia' can mean 'to be calm' or 'peaceful'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish, 'Malasia' is often associated with the country Malaysia, which has a rich cultural heritage influenced by Malay, Chinese, and Indian traditions. The Arabic interpretation connects to themes of tranquility and peace, reflecting the language's deep historical roots in literature and philosophy. Both origins highlight a blend of cultural significance and geographical identity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Malasiah
- Malesia
International Variants
- Malaise (French)
- Malásia (Portuguese)
Famous people named Malasia
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Fictional characters named Malasia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malasia was first seen in the United States in 1992. Malasia has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in New York, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Malasia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malasia (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 38 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 12 |