Queen or princess; also associated with a place name.
Malayah is a modern variant of Malaya, which is the Tagalog word for 'free.' It is also frequently used as a variation of the Arabic name Maliah or Malika, meaning 'queen.' In recent years, it has gained popularity in the US as a rhythmic, multi-syllabic choice similar to Maya or Alayah.
About 223 girls were named Malayah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Malayah — far less common.
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