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Malaica
Pronounced mah-LY-kah /mɑˈlaɪ.kə/Medium
Meaning: From the Swahili Malaika, 'angel' (borrowed from the Arabic malak, 'angel'). A tender, celestial name known across East Africa, famous from the beloved song 'Malaika.'Low
History & Origin
Malaica comes from the Swahili Malaika, 'angel,' borrowed from Arabic. Known across East Africa and celebrated in song, it reads tender and celestial — rare in the U.S. (said 'mah-LY-kah').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in East African families. Rare, celestial, and warm.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Malaica mean?
Malaica is a form of Malaika, Swahili for 'angel' (from the Arabic malak).
How do you pronounce Malaica?
It's said mah-LY-kah /mɑˈlaɪ.kə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Malaica a boy or girl name?
Malaica is a girl's name.
How popular is Malaica?
Malaica is a rare name in the U.S.