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Malayla

A body of water; derived from the Old English word 'lacu' or Latin 'lacus'. This name suggests a person who is peaceful, introspective, and possesses a refreshing clarity of spirit.

Key Stats

Total births323
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2021
Peak generationGen A
First recorded2021
Most recent2021
Syllables3
OriginEnglish
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

⚡ Modern Favorite

Top States

MI — 100%AK — 0%MT — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Layke Anderson (Actor in 'House of Boys') · Layke (Pop Singer known for the single 'Mars') · Lake Bell (Actress and Director of 'In a World...') · Lakeith Stanfield (Academy Award-nominated Actor in 'Judas and the Black Messiah') · Lake Speed (NASCAR Driver and Karting World Champion)

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