Combination of Malachi and Elijah
Malijah is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the biblical names Malachi and Elijah. It retains the spiritual resonance of its components, which both refer to God or a messenger of God. As a contemporary coinage, it offers a unique sound while feeling familiar through its traditional roots.
Less common today
Malijah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,535 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
