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Derived from the Hebrew name Malachi, meaning 'my messenger' or 'my angel'. It describes a person who is a natural communicator and a bringer of light, often seen as a guiding spirit with a compassionate and purposeful heart.

Key Stats

Total births401
GenderMale (1% / 99%)
Peak year2020
Peak generationGen A
First recorded2020
Most recent2020
Syllables3
OriginHebrew
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

⚡ Modern Favorite

Top States

NY — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Malachi Kirby (Actor in 'Roots') · Malachi Flynn (Professional Basketball Player) · Malachi Throne (Actor in 'Star Trek') · Malachi Richardson (Professional Basketball Player) · Malachi Martin (Author of 'The Jesuits')

Nicknames & Diminutives

MalKaiKhai

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