Malessa
Girl nameMalessa has been given to 74 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It peaked in 1968.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
74
Peak year
1968 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1966
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Malessa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Malessa.
Sibling name ideas for Malessa
Same era and popularity as Malessa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Malessa?
Malessa has been given to 74 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Malessa peak?
Malessa peaked in 1968, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Malessa a girl or boy name?
Malessa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Malessa are girls).
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