Malibu Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAL-ih-boo / /ˈmælɪbuː/English; Spanish
Meaning
From the beach; a place of refuge
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Malibu refers to a coastal city in California known for its beaches and surf culture. The name is derived from the Chumash Native American word 'Humaliwo', meaning 'the surf sounds loudly'. In Spanish, 'malibu' can be interpreted as a combination of 'mali' (from the sea) and 'bu' (a place), emphasizing its coastal significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malibu was first seen in the United States in 1994. Malibu has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Malibu has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malibu (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 16 |