Smooth, soft, or perhaps a variant of Magdalena
The exact etymology of Maleni is debated. It is often considered a Spanish diminutive or a creative variant of names like Magdalena or Malena, which refers to Mary Magdalene of Magdala. In some contexts, it is associated with the Greek word 'malakos', meaning soft or smooth.
Less common today
Maleni isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,318 in 2019.
Mexican television personality and social media influencer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
