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Malena
GirlMeaning of Malena: Swedish: 'diminutive of Magdalena'
Malena is a girl's name most strongly associated with Swedish naming. It has 6 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2185th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2185
81 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
4,058
First recorded 1886 · peak 2004
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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