Malee

“flower.” — Symbolizes beauty and femininity in Thai culture

Thailand origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14604US 2021

6Births / yr

↓Falling

314All-time births

📅 Since 196600

What does Malee mean and where does it come from?

Malee (มะลิ) is a traditional Thai name that translates to 'flower' in English. It often symbolizes beauty and femininity in Thai culture. The name is widely used in Thailand and sometimes in other Southeast Asian countries. It has a long history in Thai naming traditions, reflecting the importance

Cultural significance

Malee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Thailand-speaking communities, where it reflects values of flower..

Peak popularity

Reached #7191 in 2002 — currently #14604 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Malee?

Malee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Malee Grace

How popular is Malee right now?

Falling — down 4259 spots — currently #14604 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2021#14604 · Top 11%

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2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#14604	6	▼ down 4259 · -33% births
2020	#10345	9	▼ down 41 · -10% births
2015	#10304	10	▼ down 356 · -9% births
2010	#9948	11	▼ down 328
2005	#9620	11	▲ up 3968 · +83% births
2000	#13588	6	▼ down 4803 · -33% births
1990	#8785	9	▲ up 1052 · +50% births
1985	#9837	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Malee

Best Year1990Rank #8785

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10879

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20218 years

The story of Malee

Malee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 314 total births recorded, Malee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9837 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14604 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Malee in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Malee by decade

Malee peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	10
1980s	46
1990s	59
2000s ★	96
2010s	89
2020s	9

💎Malee has only 314 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Malee?

Common

MalMalieMaly

What names sound and feel like Malee?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Malee also consider these

Mallee

Australia · Referring to a

Manee

Thailand · Gem

Maxlee

American · A modern invented

Marlee

English · of the sea

Mazlee

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Malee

What does the name Malee mean?

Malee means "flower." — a name rooted in Thailand tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Malee?

Malee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Malee have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Malee?

Malee originates from Thailand tradition. Thailand names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Malee trending right now?

Malee is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Malee a common or rare name?

Malee is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.