What does the name Malaya mean?

The name Malaya means "Of Malaysia".

What is the origin of the name Malaya?

Malaya is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 341 babies were named Malaya in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Malaya is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 341 →

All-Time Total: 8,111

Peak Year: 2014

Malaya is of Filipino origin and means "free" or "independent." It is derived from the Tagalog word "malaya," which carries the same meaning.

Girl names closely related to Malaya

Mariah London Angel Cali Harmony Maleah Justice Malayah

Boy names closely related to Malaya

Kobe Curtis Darius Malik Devon Ashton Amiri Jayce

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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