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Origin: Hawaiian

Meaning: Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Wished-for child

Like Maliyah and Maliah, Maleah is an Americanized spelling of the Hawaiian feminine name Malia. Malia is believed to be a Hawaiian recreation of the Hebrew name Mary, meaning “sea of bitterness,” “beloved,” or “wished-for child.” Maleah flows off the tongue like a sigh and inspires imagery of glistening waves and fragrant flowers. Whether you have Hawaiian ancestry or simply love the name, Maleah is a beautiful choice that may inspire serenity in baby.