US Popularity:4595
Origin:Thai
Other Origin(s):Hungarian
Meaning:Jasmine flower; Sweet; for Malika
With baby in bloom, it’s time to pick a name! This multicultural name has an array of sweet-sounding meanings. In Thai, it means “jasmine flower,” while in Tongan, it means “sweet.” It is also used in Hungary as a pet form of the name Malika. Mali could be your go-to for an alternative floral name, beating out Jasmine, Rose, or Lavender for the title of prettiest bloom of the season.

Mali Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mali is currently #3158 on The Bump
Girl:Mali is currently #2157 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mali is currently #4595 in U.S. births
Girl:Mali is currently #2865 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2865
in 2023
+ 644
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lansky pg. 214

  • Behind the Name, Mali, January 2022

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