Girl
Maliyah
queen
About Maliyah
This contemporary name carries a melodious quality that rolls off the tongue with ease. Maliyah presents a fresh alternative for parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name has gained steady popularity in recent years, appealing to families who appreciate its lyrical sound and modern sensibility. With its soft consonants and flowing vowels, Maliyah offers a gentle yet confident presence. The spelling variations available provide flexibility while maintaining the name's essential character. It pairs beautifully with both traditional and contemporary middle names, making it remarkably versatile for any family style. Parents often describe Maliyah as feeling both sophisticated and approachable, striking that perfect balance many seek in a name. The three-syllable structure gives it a complete, substantial feel without being overly formal or complicated for everyday use.
Popularity of the Name Maliyah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | #901 | |||
| 2003 | #827 | |||
| 2004 | #929 | |||
| 2005 | #855 | |||
| 2006 | #872 | |||
| 2007 | #763 | |||
| 2008 | #640 | |||
| 2009 | #297 | #803 | ||
| 2010 | #358 | #948 | ||
| 2011 | #351 | |||
| 2012 | #382 | #725 | ||
| 2013 | #389 | #847 | ||
| 2014 | #436 | |||
| 2015 | #435 | #920 | ||
| 2016 | #429 | #798 | ||
| 2017 | #395 | #803 | ||
| 2018 | #422 | #896 | ||
| 2019 | #408 | #762 | ||
| 2020 | #464 | #910 | ||
| 2021 | #527 | |||
| 2022 | #524 | #997 | #827 | |
| 2023 | #531 | #970 | ||
| 2024 | #588 | |||
| 2025 | #626 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Maliyah
Names Similar to Maliyah
Nicknames for Maliyah
- Mal
- Mali
- Liya
- Yaya
Famous People Named Maliyah
| Maliyah Davis | American gymnast |
| Maliyah Kabs | British singer-songwriter |
| Maliyah Lorenzo | American actress |
| Maliyah Manuel | American dancer |
| Maliyah Monet | American social media influencer |
| Maliyah Muhammad | American activist |
| Maliyah O'Neil | American basketball player |
| Maliyah Papillion | American volleyball player |
| Maliyah Rose | American YouTube personality |
| Maliyah Solo | American soccer player |
| Maliyah Brooks | Canadian actress |
| Maliyah Johnson | Australian musician |
| Maliyah Kelly | British model |
| Maliyah Reed | Canadian singer |
| Maliyah Thomas | South African author |
| Maliyah White | Jamaican track and field athlete |
| Maliyah Wilson | Canadian basketball player |
| Maliyah Young | New Zealand actress |
| Maliyah Brown | Indian classical dancer |
| Maliyah Patel | Kenyan entrepreneur |
Characters Named Maliyah
| Maliyah Jones | from "The Chronicles of Maliyah" fantasy series |
| Maliyah Parker | from "Maliyah & Co" mystery novels |
| Maliyah Walker | from "The Maliyah Files" science fiction books |
| Maliyah Bennett | from "Maliyah's Magic Academy" young adult novels |
| Maliyah Adams | from "The Maliyah Diaries" romance series |
| Maliyah Roberts | from "The Maliyah Chronicles" adventure novels |
| Maliyah Mitchell | from "Maliyah and the Enchanted Forest" fairy tale books |
| Maliyah Greene | from "Maliyah's Secrets" psychological thrillers |
| Maliyah Turner | from "Maliyah's Legacy" historical fiction series |
| Maliyah Martinez | from "Maliyah's Double Life" coming-of-age novels |
| Maliyah Ramirez | from "Maliyah's Journey" epic fantasy series |
| Maliyah Scott | from "Maliyah's Curse" paranormal romance books |
| Maliyah Cooper | from "The Maliyah Project" science fiction novellas |
| Maliyah Reed | from "The Maliyah Files" detective stories |
| Maliyah Johnson | from "Maliyah's Dilemma" contemporary fiction |
| Maliyah Thompson | from "The Maliyah Prophecy" urban fantasy series |
| Maliyah White | from "Maliyah's Secret Identity" superhero comics |
| Maliyah Baker | from "Maliyah's Quest" action-adventure games |
| Maliyah King | from "Maliyah's Awakening" dystopian novels |
| Maliyah Wood | from "Maliyah's Legacy" time travel fiction |