Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Malani.
National Rank (2025)
#374
All-Time Peak Rank
#330 (2024)
Total U.S. Births
7,112
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Malani Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Malani
According to SSA data, Malani achieved its highest historical rank of #330 in 2024. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2024 with 943 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 319.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 30 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Malani scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+319.4% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record943Births in 2024
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
30Years
Historical VolatilityStable Profile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:6
1980s:13
1990s:34
2000s:287
2010s:1,979
2020s:4,793
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-la-ni
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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