Malakai
Meaning: My messenger or my angel
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #322
Total births: 85
History: Malakai surged in the 2010s with this Australian spelling of Malachi. The creative spelling is distinctly Australian. Malakai represents Polynesian and biblical naming convergence.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #100 |
| Babies named Malakai in 2024 | 85 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 85 |
| Peak year | 2024 (85 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #100 |
Frequently asked about Malakai
What does the name Malakai mean?
Malakai means “My messenger or my angel” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Malakai?
Malakai has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “My messenger or my angel”.
How popular is Malakai in Australia?
Malakai ranked #100 in Australia in 2024 — given to 85 babies that year.
When was Malakai most popular?
Malakai peaked in 2024 with 85 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Malakai a boy or girl name?
Malakai is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Malakais in registered births are male.