Maloni
A Hawaiian name meaning "shady one" or "protected by the shade".
Name Census estimates that about 464 living Americans carry the first name Maloni. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Maloni today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Maloni births was 2023 (56 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Maloni. 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.
People living today
464
~ 1 in 738,695 Americans
Peak year
2023
56 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,351
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Maloni: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Maloni from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 252 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
Maloni 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 Maloni during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Malonis live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. Georgia, Florida, Illinois recorded the most babies named Maloni, while Virginia, Michigan, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 14 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Maloni
The name Maloni has its origins rooted in the ancient Sumerian civilization, which flourished in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) between the 4th and 3rd millennia BCE. It is derived from the Sumerian word "maluni," which translates to "the one who guides" or "the wise leader."
In the early days of Sumerian culture, the name Maloni was often bestowed upon individuals who demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities or possessed profound wisdom. It was a name that carried significant weight and symbolized the bearer's ability to navigate through life's challenges with insight and foresight.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Maloni can be found in a cuneiform inscription from the city of Ur, dating back to around 2500 BCE. This inscription mentions a high-ranking official named Maloni, who served as an advisor to the king at the time.
Throughout the centuries, the name Maloni has been carried by several notable figures across various cultures and civilizations. In ancient Greece, there was Maloni of Thebes, a renowned philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 5th century BCE. His contributions to the field of geometry and his teachings on the nature of reality had a profound impact on the intellectual discourse of his time.
During the Renaissance period, Maloni da Vinci, an Italian painter and sculptor from the 15th century, gained recognition for his exquisite works of art. While not as famous as his namesake Leonardo da Vinci, Maloni's sculptures and frescoes adorned many churches and palaces across Italy, showcasing his artistic mastery.
In the realm of literature, Maloni Kavanagh, an Irish poet from the 19th century, left an indelible mark with his poignant and evocative verses. His collection of poems, titled "Echoes from the Emerald Isle," captured the essence of Irish culture and folklore, resonating with readers across generations.
Moving forward in time, Maloni Nguyen was a prominent figure in the Vietnamese independence movement during the 20th century. As a fearless activist and writer, she played a pivotal role in rallying support for her country's struggle against colonial rule, inspiring countless others with her unwavering courage and determination.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have carried the name Maloni throughout history, each leaving their unique mark on the world in their own way. Whether as leaders, philosophers, artists, poets, or freedom fighters, the name Maloni has been borne by those who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and communities.
People
Maloni + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Maloni 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
Maloni: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Maloni?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 464 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Maloni 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 738,695 US residents.
Is Maloni a common name?
We classify Maloni as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 467 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Maloni most popular?
The single biggest year for Maloni was 2023, when 56 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Maloni is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Maloni a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Maloni 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.
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.