Girls name · California
Malia in California
Malia was the 263rd most popular girls name in California in 2025, with 126 babies named Malia that year. Since 1955, California families have named 5,307 babies Malia.
Popularity over time
Malia in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 6 | 1248th |
| 1967 | 5 | 1816th |
| 1976 | 18 | 900th |
| 1986 | 17 | 1204th |
| 1996 | 50 | 672nd |
| 2006 | 189 | 253rd |
| 2015 | 151 | 269th |
| 2025 | 126 | 263rd |
Its rank among girls names in California climbed from 1248th in 1955 to 263rd in 2025.
The most babies named Malia in California in a single year was 245, in 2009. Its best showing was 178th among girls names in 2009.
Across the country, Malia reached its best rank of 7th in Hawaii (2002). See Malia in every state →
How popular is Malia in California?
Malia was the 263rd most popular girls name in California in 2025, with 126 babies named Malia that year. Since 1955, California families have named 5,307 babies Malia.
How many babies are named Malia in California?
In 2025, 126 babies were named Malia in California. The most babies named Malia in California in a single year was 245, in 2009.
What is the rank of Malia in California?
Malia ranked 263rd among girls names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 178th among girls names in 2009.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.