Bitter, of the sea, or calm
Malea is often considered a Hawaiian form of Mary, sharing the meaning 'bitter' or 'of the sea.' In other contexts, it is linked to the Latin 'malua' meaning mallow flower or a Greek origin referring to a calm place. It offers a softer, more modern alternative to Malia.
Less common today
Malea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,008 in 2003.
Young actress and viral singing sensation
American actress and entrepreneur
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
