Malachi
Gender: Boy
Meaning: My messenger, my angel
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #134 in 2025 with 2,692 babies born.
History: Malachi was a prophet of the Old Testament and the last book of the Hebrew Bible, whose name means my messenger or my angel. It was used by Puritan settlers in America and has seen a significant modern revival. It is particularly popular in Ireland, where it was the name of several medieval Irish kings and saints.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Malachi? About 1 in 1,232 babies born in 2025 were named Malachi, or roughly 7.4 per day in the United States.
Explore more baby names at BabyNa.me — 29,000+ names with meanings, origins, and popularity trends.
Loading name...
Frequently asked about Malachi
What does the name Malachi mean?
Malachi means “My messenger, my angel” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Malachi?
Malachi has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “My messenger, my angel”.
How popular is Malachi?
Malachi ranked #134 in 2025 — given to 2,692 babies that year.
When was Malachi most popular?
Malachi peaked in 2006 with 2,776 babies registered that year.
Is Malachi a boy or girl name?
Malachi is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Malachis in registered births are male.
Is the name Malachi rising or falling in popularity?
Malachi has risen 15270 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #15404 in 2020 to #134 in 2025.
How long has Malachi been recorded?
Malachi appears in birth records across 137 years — from 1880 through 2025.