Malichi Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-LIE-kee / /məˈlaɪki/Hebrew; English
Meaning
My messenger (Hebrew); Variant of Malachi (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Malichi is derived from the Hebrew name Mal'akhi, meaning 'my messenger' or 'my angel.' It is often associated with the biblical figure Malachi, who is considered one of the twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible. In English-speaking cultures, Malichi is a variant spelling that has emerged, reflecting the adaptation of biblical names into modern usage. The name carries connotations of divine communication and guidance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Malachi
- Malachai
- Malakhi
International Variants
- Malachai (English)
- Malaki (Swahili)
- Malachi (Italian)
Famous people named Malichi
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Fictional characters named Malichi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malichi was first seen in the United States in 1994. Malichi has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Malichi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malichi (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |