Malia: Name day

Name day

The name Malia is recognized as having its name day observance in the United States on August 15.

Malia history origin and mood

Malia is a distinctly feminine name whose usage has significantly increased in the US since the turn of the 21st century. It is primarily understood to be the Hawaiian form of Maria, sharing ancient meanings often interpreted as “wished-for child.” The name projects an elegant and sophisticated mood, offering a balance of warmth and quiet strength. Its melodic nature contributes to its contemporary appeal among American parents seeking globally accessible names. Malia is consistently identified as female across all major regions and linguistic groups. This historically significant name maintains a fresh, approachable tone favored in modern naming conventions.

Name Day List: Malia

Country	Day	Month	Names
USA	15	August	Madonna, Malia, Mara, Maria, Mariah, Marian, Mariana, Maribel, Marie, Marisa, Marissa, Maritza, Marla, Mary, Maryann, Mimi, Miriam, Mitzy, Molly, Napoleon, Polly

Name Day List - similar names (Malia)

Country	Day	Month	Names
Poland	20	April	Agnieszka, Amalia, Czech, Czechasz, Czechoń, Czesław, Florencjusz, Florenty, Nawoj, Sulpicjusz, Szymon, Teodor
Sweden	20	April	Amalia, Amelie
Finland	19	May	Emilia, Emma, Mila, Milena, Amalia, Emmi, Milja, Milka, Milla, Amelia
Spain	10	June	Amalia, Amelia, Getulio, Críspulo, Asterio, Trinidad, Máximo
Austria	8	July	Amalia, Edgar, Kilian
Greece	10	July	Amalia
Hungary	10	July	Amália
Slovakia	10	July	Amália
USA	24	July	Amalia, Amelia, Boris, Chris, Christa, Christen, Christian, Christiana, Christie, Christin, Christina, Christine, Christy, Chrysta, Cristina, Cristian, Declan, Kiersten, Kirsten, Kirstie, Kirstin, Krista, Kristen, Kristian, Kristi, Kristin, Kristina, Kristine, Kristy, Kristyn, Maya
Hungary	7	October	Amália
Poland	7	October	Amalia, Justyna, Marek, Maria, Rościsława, Stefan, Tekla