Maleigha Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Tagalog
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Maleigha means 'freedom' in Tagalog.
Meaning of the Name Maleigha
Maleigha is a modern variation of the name Malaya, which means 'free' or 'freedom' in Tagalog. It is believed to have originated in the Philippines. The name carries a beautiful and powerful message of independence and liberation. It is a unique and creative choice for parents looking for a name that represents strength and individuality.
Popularity of the Name Maleigha
The popularity for the name Maleigha peaked in popularity in the year 2009 with 111 births, which ranked number 3,385 out of 32,263 unique names for that year. Maleigha had the most female births in 2009 with 111, which ranked number 1,889 out of 20,192 female names for that year. The number of births for the name Maleigha has declined sharply over the last ten years from 82 births to 36 births, a decline of -56.10%. Among females, Maleigha has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 82 births to 36 births, a decline of -56.10%.
Nationwide Popularity of Maleigha
- 20 Year Trend of Maleigha: 16.13%
- 10 Year Trend of Maleigha: -56.10%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Maleigha: -56.10%
Popularity of Maleigha by State
Among females, Maleigha was most popular in Southwestern states with 8 births in the region. It was most commonly used in TX, with 8 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Maleigha. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX | < 5 | N/A | 8 | 2419 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Maleigha
- Total Births of Maleigha: 33 (-7.90%)
- Female Births of Maleigha: 33 (-7.90%)
Given the downward trend of Maleigha over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -7.90% decrease in total births, for a total of 33 births in 2024. For Females, births for Maleigha have been decreasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 33 female births in 2024, a decrease of -7.90%.