Malea
m(a)-lea
US Popularity:10153
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for a child; Beloved
Your little one can feel connected to the world with the feminine name Malea. As a German, Swiss, and Hawaiian moniker, Malea is considered a spelling variant of Malia, which is rooted in the Latin, Greek, Egyptian, and Hebrew Maria. This name holds several possible translations, including "bitterness," "rebelliousness," "wished for a child," and "beloved." With these endearments crowning your kiddo, baby Malea can feel celebrated and cherished for every aspect of their personality. Malea is also a Filipino name for girls as a variation of the Tagalog Malaya, helping your child soar with the meanings "free" and "independent."
How Popular Is The Name Malea?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Malea is currently #4117 on The Bump
Girl:Malea is currently #2744 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Malea is currently #10153 in U.S. births
Girl:Malea is currently #5842 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#5842
in 2025
- 1598
from 2024
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 214, 215
Behind the Name, Malea, May 2023
Behind the Name, Malia, June 2023
Behind the Name, Maria, October 2024
Behind the Name, Malaya, September 2020
WordSense Dictionary, Malia
Name Doctor, Maria (1)
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