Girl
Malaika
angel
About Malaika
Malaika sparkles with exotic allure and celestial grace, immediately capturing imagination and interest. This name stands out magnificently in any setting, memorable and distinctive without being difficult. Malaika carries an almost musical quality, the syllables dancing together with rhythmic beauty. The name suggests someone special, destined for remarkable things, with natural charisma that draws others near. Its multicultural resonance adds richness and depth, connecting to broader human experiences while remaining wonderfully unique in many contexts. Malaika projects confidence and joy, the kind of name that makes people smile when they hear it. Parents choosing Malaika demonstrate boldness and appreciation for names with substance and story, names that carry significance beyond mere sound.
Popularity of the Name Malaika
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #805 | ||
| 2001 | #666 | ||
| 2002 | #647 | ||
| 2003 | #385 | #841 | |
| 2004 | #274 | ||
| 2005 | #282 | ||
| 2006 | #302 | #780 | |
| 2007 | #334 | ||
| 2008 | #373 | #846 | |
| 2009 | #362 | #673 | |
| 2010 | #413 | #701 | |
| 2011 | #424 | ||
| 2012 | #437 | #829 | |
| 2013 | #481 | ||
| 2014 | #479 | #933 | |
| 2015 | #575 | #820 | #994 |
| 2016 | #585 | #931 | |
| 2017 | #720 | #848 | |
| 2018 | #712 | #912 | |
| 2019 | #822 | #796 | |
| 2020 | #660 | #738 | |
| 2021 | #718 | #822 | |
| 2022 | #817 | #774 | |
| 2023 | #854 | #763 | |
| 2024 | #807 | #908 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Malaika
Names Similar to Malaika
Nicknames for Malaika
- Mal
- Mala
- Laika
- Mai
- Kiki
Famous People Named Malaika
| Malaika Arora | Indian actress and dancer |
| Malaika Firth | Kenyan-British fashion model |
| Malaika Salatiso | Tanzanian taekwondo athlete |
| Malaika Vaz | Indian actress and model |
| Malaika Mihambo | German long jumper and Olympic gold medalist |
Characters Named Malaika
| Malaika Johnson | Character in the novel "The Forbidden Wish" by Jessica Khoury |
| Malaika Mbutu | Character in the novel "The Other Boleyn Girl" by Philippa Gregory |
| Malaika Khan | Character in the movie "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" |
| Malaika Rutter | Character in the TV show "The Originals" |
| Malaika X | Character in the novel "The Hidden Light of Northern Fires" by Daren Wang |