US Popularity:12198
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Indian
Meaning:Of Magdala; Great; Tower; Elegant; Strength, power; Necklace
Mala is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin. The feminine title is often associated with Mary Magdalene and means “from Magdala,” “great,” “elegant,” and “tower.” Mala also has Germanic origins, stemming from the element maginą, meaning “strength” or “power.” Mala has Hindi roots, too, where it means “necklace,” referring to the beads used in meditation and sacred prayer.

Mala Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mala is currently #4871 on The Bump
Girl:Mala is currently #3229 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mala is currently #12198 in U.S. births
Girl:Mala is currently #7094 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#7094
in 2023
+ 4742
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 214

  • Name Doctor, Mala (1)

  • Name Doctor, Magdalen

  • Behind the Name, Magdalene, January 2022

  • Behind the Name, Mala, April 2024

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