Maleea

“Gift from God” — Associated with beauty and serenity

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16700US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

228All-time births

📅 Since 199300

What does Maleea mean and where does it come from?

Maleea is a modern name that has roots in Hawaiian culture, believed to be derived from 'Malia', which means 'calm' or 'peaceful'. The name is often associated with beauty and serenity, embodying the tranquility of nature prevalent in Hawaiian culture.

Cultural significance

Maleea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift from god.

Peak popularity

Reached #6977 in 2009 — currently #16700 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maleea?

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

Maleea Grace

How popular is Maleea right now?

Falling — down 2095 spots — currently #16700 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#16700 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16700	5	▼ down 2095 · -17% births
2021	#14605	6	▼ down 2023 · -14% births
2020	#12582	7	▲ up 4798 · +40% births
2015	#17380	5	▼ down 5647 · -44% births
2010	#11733	9	▼ down 3545 · -36% births
2005	#8188	14	▲ up 245 · +17% births
2000	#8433	12	▲ up 6653 · +140% births
1995	#15086	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maleea

Best Year2005Rank #8188

Peak Count14

Average Rank#13088

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Maleea

Maleea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 228 total births recorded, Maleea remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #15086 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16700 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maleea in 2009:

Isabella Emma Olivia Sophia Ava

Maleea by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	25
2000s ★	123
2010s	73
2020s	7

💎Maleea has only 228 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maleea?

Common

MalMalieMalyAleea

What names sound and feel like Maleea?

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

American · Height; exalted

Taleea

American · Variant of 'Talia',

Maleesa

American · A beloved name

Naleea

Indigenous Australian · calm waters

Maelea

American · Gift of God

Common questions about the name Maleea

What does the name Maleea mean?

Maleea means "Gift from God" — a name rooted in American 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 Maleea?

Maleea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Maleea?

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

Is Maleea a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Maleea?

Maleea naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.