Malya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAL-yah / ˈmæl.jəHebrew; Arabic; Slavic
Meaning
God's gift (Hebrew); a form of 'Malia' (Arabic); a variant of 'Mila' (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Malya is derived from 'Melech', meaning king, and is often associated with divine gifts. In Arabic, it can be linked to the name Malia, which carries connotations of beauty and grace. In Slavic cultures, Malya is a diminutive form of names like Malia or Mila, often used affectionately.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Malia
- Maliyah
- Mala
International Variants
- Malia (English)
- Maliyah (English)
- Mila (Slavic)
Famous people named Malya
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Fictional characters named Malya
Malya — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malya was first seen in the United States in 1996. Malya has ranked as high as #1403 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Malya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malya (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 11 |