How Many People Are Named Mala?
Complete statistics for the name Mala: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Mala, a very rare female name, is held by just 634 people in the US today, making up 1 in 520,776 Americans. The name saw its peak popularity in 1956 with 51 births, but it's now experiencing a resurgence.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism, compassion, and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 45All 688 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1956Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Mala Through the Generations
Mala has been a name through the generations, with a steady presence since the mid-20th century. Its current revival suggests a blend of classic charm and modern appeal, attracting parents looking for a unique yet familiar name. With 28% of those named Mala under 30, 34% aged 30-60, and 38% over 60, the name enjoys a broad demographic reach, indicating its timeless quality.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Mala's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Mala
How Many People Have the Name Mala?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 372 people in the United States currently share the name Mala. That works out to roughly 1 in every 890,993 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Mala a Common or Rare Name?
Mala is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Mala Mean?
Mala means "creative variant of Mala" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Mala in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Mala Most Popular?
The name Mala reached peak popularity in 1956, with 51 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Mala?
Approximately 372 people named Mala live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 372. That works out to roughly 1 in 890,993 Americans.
Is Mala a rare name?
Mala is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 890,993 Americans has this name.
What does the name Mala mean?
Mala means "creative variant of Mala" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Mala more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Mala are male and 100% are female.
When was Mala most popular?
Mala peaked in 1956 with 51 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.