Malibu
Girl nameMalibu has been given to 170 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 69,881 girls was named Malibu.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
170
Peak year
2023 (27 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1994
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Malibu.
Sibling name ideas for Malibu
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FAQ
How popular is the name Malibu?
Malibu has been given to 170 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Malibu peak?
Malibu peaked in 2023, when 27 babies were given the name.
Is Malibu a girl or boy name?
Malibu is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Malibu are girls).
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