Maliyah - girls name

Maliyah name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 82%

Maliyah name meaning:

The name Maliyah, often seen as a variant of Malia or Maliah, has roots in multiple cultures, each adding its own nuance to its meaning. In Swahili, Maliyah is derived from the word "mali," which translates to "wealth" or "riches," symbolizing prosperity and abundance. This reflects a hope that the girl named Maliyah will lead a life filled with wealth, not just in material terms but in happiness and blessings as well.

In Arabic, Maliyah is connected to the word "malih," meaning "beautiful" or "lovely." This highlights another facet of the name, focusing on beauty, both inner and outer. It suggests a person who is not only attractive but also possesses a beautiful soul and character. This dual significance makes Maliyah a popular choice for parents who wish to imbue their daughter's name with aspirations of both external success and internal virtue.

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Other girls names beginning with M

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1007 out of 5581

34 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    1143
  • 5yrs

    320
  • 1yr

    260

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (1490)

Historical popularity of Maliyah

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Maliyah from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Maliyah in 2024