Malea
Malea is a girl's name of Hawaiian origin.
Meaning
Often considered a variant of Malia meaning 'calm, peaceful waters' or 'beloved'.
Origin and history
Malea is a female name of Hawaiian origin, often interpreted as a variant of Malia, the Hawaiian form of Mary. It has also gained traction in the United States as a modern phonetic invention blending popular soft vowel sounds. Since 1880, it has seen steady, moderate usage as a given name in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,540 babies in the United States have been named Malea since 1880. It ranks #3504 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1878.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44.9 %)
- OH (14.3 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
- TX (5.8 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 81 |
| 1960-1970 | 101 |
| 1970-1980 | 135 |
| 1980-1990 | 192 |
| 1990-2000 | 368 |
| 2000-2010 | 831 |
| 2010-2019 | 609 |
| 2020-2029 | 223 |
Fun facts
- The name is closely associated with Hawaiian culture through its relation to Malia and traditional oceanic roots.
- Malea fits into a popular modern U.S. trend of three-syllable female names ending in 'lea' or 'lia'.