Masculine dossier · first seen 1991
Malachai
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2022
Peak births
78
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Malachai
How many people are named Malachai?
An estimated 1,468 living Americans are named Malachai.
How rare is Malachai?
Malachai is uncommon among babies today, with 55 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 29.5% from its 2022 peak.
How old is the typical Malachai?
The median age of a living American named Malachai is approximately 14 years, with most bearers falling between 6 and 21 years old.
Is Malachai still popular?
Yes — Malachai is currently rising in popularity, with 55 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.2× higher than the previous decade.
1991Peak 20222025
Peak year
2022
Decline from peak
29.5%
2025
55
All-time
1,486