Of the sea; bitter or beloved
Maleeah is a modern phonetic spelling of Malia, which is the Hawaiian form of Mary. It carries the traditional meanings associated with Mary, including 'bitter', 'beloved', or 'of the sea', while offering a contemporary Americanized spelling.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Maleeah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
