Mālie
/MAH-lee-eh/
Mālie is a Hawaiian girl's name pronounced /MAH-lee-eh/. A beautiful name meaning calm or serene, suggesting a gentle and balanced nature.
Meaning of Mālie
A beautiful name meaning calm or serene, suggesting a gentle and balanced nature.
Mālie is a Hawaiian word name that translates literally to 'calm', 'serene', or 'quiet'. In the context of the Hawaiian environment, it is often used to describe a gentle breeze or the stillness of the ocean, reflecting a state of equilibrium and peace.
- Origin
- Hawaiian
- Pronunciation
- /MAH-lee-eh/
Cultural background
The name is a popular choice for girls in Hawaii and among the Hawaiian diaspora, often selected to convey a peaceful temperament. It is also frequently found as a component in longer compound Hawaiian names.
Variations & nicknames
- Malie
- Maalie
- Mali
Famous people named Mālie
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Mālie Donaghy
Acclaimed Hawaiian musician and educator involved in the revitalization of Hawaiian language and culture.
Music · 2000s–present
Malie
A character from the 'Pokémon' series associated with Malie City, which is inspired by traditional Japanese and Hawaiian aesthetics.
Film · 2016–present
Frequently asked about Mālie
- What does Mālie mean?
- Mālie is a Hawaiian name meaning 'calm', 'serene', 'quiet', or 'gentle'.
- How do you pronounce Mālie?
- It is pronounced 'MAH-lee-eh'. The kahakō (macron) over the 'a' indicates a long vowel sound.
- Is Mālie a boy or girl name?
- While many Hawaiian names are unisex, Mālie is most commonly used as a feminine name.
- Is the name Mālie common?
- It is a well-established traditional name in Hawaii, though it remains a unique and rare choice in the continental United States.
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