The nameMalya

Malya is a recent French girl's name with a soft sound. It appeared in the 2010s.

Meaning

The meaning of Malya is uncertain. It is linked to Malia or Maëlya.

Origin

Uncertain. It is a recent creation.

History

The name has spread in France since the 2010s.

Popularity of the name Malya

Malya in France

213thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (295 births)
2,820babies named Malya in France since 1900
0148295 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Malya was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 1,595 births over the decade, 57% of all recorded babies named Malya. Its rise began around 2007, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Malya in France were born before 2020, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 276 births a year on average, against 163 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Malya mean?

The meaning of Malya is uncertain. It is linked to Malia or Maëlya.

What is the origin of the name Malya?

Uncertain. It is a recent creation.

Is Malya a girl's or a boy's name?

Malya is a girl's name.