Maley

“Derived from 'Maolmhuire', meaning 'devotee of Mary'.”

Irish origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16702US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

182All-time births

📅 Since 199200

What does Maley mean and where does it come from?

Maley has Irish roots, originating from the name Maolmhuire, indicating a connection to devotion and faith, particularly in relation to the Virgin Mary. In English contexts, it carries a more playful meaning related to the sea. The name enjoys moderate popularity in English-speaking countries, often

Cultural significance

Maley has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Irish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'maolmhuire', meaning 'devotee of mary'..

Peak popularity

Reached #8286 in 2009 — currently #16702 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maley?

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

Maley Grace

How popular is Maley right now?

Falling — down 3136 spots — currently #16702 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#16702 · Top 12%

2000

2005

2010

2015

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16702	5	▼ down 3136 · -29% births
2015	#13566	7	▼ down 3440 · -36% births
2010	#10126	11	▲ up 7503 · +120% births
2005	#17629	5	▼ down 3388 · -17% births
2000	#14241	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maley

Best Year2010Rank #10126

Peak Count11

Average Rank#14453

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20235 years

The story of Maley

Maley is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 182 total births recorded, Maley remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #14241 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16702 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maley in 2009:

Isabella Emma Olivia Sophia Ava

Maley by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	19
2000s	80
2010s ★	83

💎Maley has only 182 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maley?

Common

MalMalieMaly

Famous people named Maley

Maley (Celtic chieftain)

Maley bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.

Maley (Irish saint)

Maley helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.

Maley (Irish poet or writer)

Maley used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.

Maley (Irish revolutionary)

Maley carried this name during Ireland's struggle for independence, giving it a spirit of courage.

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What names sound and feel like Maley?

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

English · pleasant seaside meadow

American · happy, cheerful

Mavey

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Maley

What does the name Maley mean?

Maley means "Derived from 'Maolmhuire', meaning 'devotee of Mary'." — a name rooted in Irish 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 Maley?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maley?

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

Is Maley trending right now?

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

Is Maley a common or rare name?

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