How Many People Are Named Maleia?
Complete statistics for the name Maleia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Maleia is a very rare female name, with only 1,113 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 296,605 Americans. The majority of those named Maleia are under 30, giving it a truly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 symbolizes adaptability and versatility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 1,127 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: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Maleia Through the Generations
With its peak year being 2023, Maleia stands out as a rising name among younger generations. Of the 1,127 total births recorded since its inception, 92 occurred in 2023 alone, indicating a growing trend. The average age of people named Maleia is 16, with 1,014 individuals under 30, 85 between 30 and 60, and 28 over 60, showcasing how predominantly young this name remains.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Maleia's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Maleia
How Many People Have the Name Maleia?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,113 people in the United States currently share the name Maleia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 296,605 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Maleia a Common or Rare Name?
Maleia 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 Maleia Mean?
Maleia means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Maleia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Maleia Most Popular?
The name Maleia reached peak popularity in 2023, with 92 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 Maleia?
Approximately 1,113 people named Maleia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,127. That works out to roughly 1 in 296,605 Americans.
Is Maleia a rare name?
Maleia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 296,605 Americans has this name.
What does the name Maleia mean?
Maleia means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Maleia more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Maleia are male and 100% are female.
When was Maleia most popular?
Maleia peaked in 2023 with 92 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.