Malua
Polynesian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Malua
Malua is a Polynesian name meaning "to be calm" or "peaceful," derived from Proto-Polynesian roots relating to tranquility and stillness.
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Etymology
Malua is a Polynesian name meaning "to be calm" or "peaceful," derived from Proto-Polynesian roots relating to tranquility and stillness. The name is primarily used in Samoan, Tongan, and other Pacific Islander cultures, with historical usage among indigenous Polynesian communities throughout the South Pacific.
Malua currently ranks #325 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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