Malaya

Girl's name

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

Meaning Of Malaysia
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 341
Peak year 2014

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With M

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Malaya Rivera Drew - Actress known for "The L Word."
  • Malaya Watson - Singer, American Idol contestant.
  • Malaya Yuen - Actress, known for "The Good Place."
  • Malaya Sahan - Model, Miss Universe Malaysia 2019.
  • Malaya Drew - Actress, known for "The Fosters."
  • Malaya Rivera - Actress, known for "Hawaii Five-0."
  • Malaya - Singer, known for "Runaway" and "Over."

Sisters for Malaya

Girl names closely related to Malaya

Mariah London Angel Cali Harmony Maleah Justice Malayah

Brothers for Malaya

Boy names closely related to Malaya

Kobe Curtis Darius Malik Devon Ashton Amiri Jayce

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