Malisia
A feminine name derived from the word "malice", suggesting bitterness or ill-will.
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Malisia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Malisia today is around 56 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Malisia births was 1895 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Malisia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Malisia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
1895
7 babies that year
Average age
56
years old
1972 SSA rank
#7,833
Tracked since 1895
Popularity
Malisia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Malisia from the 1890s through to the 1970s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 12 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Malisia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Malisia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Malisia
The name Malisia is a unique and intriguing one with a rich history and cultural significance. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in the region now known as modern-day Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BC. The Etruscans were a highly advanced and influential people, renowned for their art, architecture, and cultural contributions.
The name Malisia is believed to have derived from the Etruscan word "malisi," which translates to "blessed" or "fortunate." This suggests that the name carries a positive connotation, symbolizing good luck, prosperity, and divine favor. It is possible that the name was initially given to children as a way of invoking blessings upon them or expressing gratitude for their arrival.
While there are no definitive historical records of the name's usage in ancient Etruscan texts or documents, it is believed to have been in circulation among the Etruscan nobility and aristocracy. Over time, the name likely spread and evolved, adapting to the linguistic and cultural influences of the various civilizations that followed, including the Romans and later, the Renaissance Italians.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Malisia can be found in the writings of the renowned Italian poet and scholar, Petrarch (1304-1374). In his collection of poetry, Petrarch makes a fleeting reference to a woman named Malisia, though little is known about her identity or significance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Malisia, including:
1. Malisia di Monferrato (c. 1190-1241), an Italian noblewoman and the wife of Boniface II, Marquess of Montferrat. She played a significant role in the political affairs of the Montferrat region during the 13th century.
2. Malisia Giustiniani (c. 1370-1430), a Venetian writer and philosopher. Her works, while not widely known today, were influential in the intellectual circles of Renaissance Venice.
3. Malisia Farnese (1535-1606), a member of the prominent Farnese family of Italy. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of various cultural and religious institutions.
4. Malisia Borghese (1590-1659), an Italian aristocrat and patron of the arts. She was a prominent figure in the cultural and social circles of 17th-century Rome.
5. Malisia Rospigliosi (1625-1688), a member of the influential Rospigliosi family of Rome. She was known for her involvement in charitable endeavors and her support of the Catholic Church.
While the name Malisia may have waned in popularity over the centuries, its rich history and cultural significance remain intact, reflecting the enduring influence of the ancient Etruscan civilization and the rich tapestry of Italian heritage.
People
Malisia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Malisia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Malisia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Malisia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Malisia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Malisia a common name?
We classify Malisia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 24 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Malisia most popular?
The single biggest year for Malisia was 1895, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Malisia is about 56 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Malisia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Malisia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Malisia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Malisia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Malisia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Malisia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Malisia?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.