Malina Girl

Popularity: #862 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mah-LEE-nah /məˈliːnə/

Origin: Slavic; Hebrew

Meaning: Slavic: 'little apple'; Hebrew: 'to be red'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Malina has its roots in various linguistic traditions, primarily deriving from Slavic languages, where it is associated with the word for "raspberry" ("malina" in Polish and Russian). This connection to nature reflects a broader trend in Slavic naming practices, where names are often derived from flora and fauna.

The name has also been linked to the Hebrew name "Miriam," which has various interpretations, including "sea of bitterness" or "wished-for child." The transition of the name into English likely occurred through cultural exchanges and migrations, particularly as Slavic communities spread across Europe and interacted with other linguistic groups. Historically, the name Malina has been borne by various figures in folklore and literature, though specific historical milestones are less documented compared to more widely recognized names.

In Slavic mythology, the raspberry is often associated with fertility and abundance, which may have contributed to the name's appeal in various cultures. The name has also appeared in various literary works, reflecting its cultural resonance and adaptability across different narratives and contexts.

Culturally, Malina embodies themes of nature and femininity, often symbolizing sweetness and vitality due to its association with the raspberry. In some traditions, names derived from nature are believed to confer certain qualities or blessings upon the bearer.

The name's gentle sound and pleasant associations have allowed it to endure in various forms across different cultures. While diminutive forms such as "Mali" may exist, the name Malina itself stands out for its unique blend of natural imagery and historical significance, making it a name with deep roots in both linguistic and cultural landscapes.

Famous people named Malina

In this section, you will find notable people named Malina. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Malina who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Malina who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Malina Weissman is an actress best known for A Series of Unfortunate Events, Supergirl, and The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature.

Malina Joshi is a model and beauty queen best known for winning Miss Nepal 2011.

Fictional characters named Malina

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Malina is a fictional character from the video game series The Legend of Zelda. She is a key figure in the storyline of The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons, assisting the protagonist Link in his quest.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Malina, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

MiraLinaNinaTaliaElenaSofia

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Malina. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MarinaSelinaAlinaMelinaMinaLanaMalia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Malina was first seen in the United States in 1920.

Malina has ranked as high as #2476 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania.

In the past 5 years the name Malina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Malina is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Malina was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Malina.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 86 86
2024 86 86
2023 88 88
2022 91 91
2021 107 107
2020 98 98
2019 96 96
2018 129 129
2017 135 135
2016 141 141
2015 144 144
2014 135 135
2013 150 150
2012 146 146
2011 121 121
2010 152 152
2009 169 169
2008 141 141
2007 122 122
2006 138 138
2005 113 113
2004 124 124
2003 96 96
2002 96 96
2001 108 108
2000 100 100
1999 85 85
1998 70 70
1997 49 49
1996 62 62
1995 61 61
1994 55 55
1993 68 68
1992 49 49
1991 47 47
1990 39 39
1989 33 33
1988 23 23
1987 33 33
1986 26 26
1985 35 35
1984 33 33
1983 38 38
1982 31 31
1981 27 27
1980 29 29
1979 39 39
1978 37 37
1977 43 43
1976 39 39
1975 34 34
1974 24 24
1973 40 40
1972 20 20
1971 22 22
1970 27 27
1969 17 17
1968 10 10
1967 23 23
1966 6 6
1965 5 5
1964 7 7
1962 5 5
1961 6 6
1960 9 9
1959 6 6
1957 5 5
1955 7 7
1954 5 5
1953 5 5
1920 6 6

Top States for Malina (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 13
37%
TX 10
29%
FL 6
17%
AZ 6
17%