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Malaquias
Pronounced mah-lah-KEE-ahs /ˌmɑ.lɑˈki.ɑs/Medium
Meaning: Spanish/Portuguese form of Malachi — from Hebrew Malakhi, 'my messenger; messenger of God'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Malaquias is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Malachi — from Hebrew Malakhi, 'my messenger; messenger of God'. The prophet Malachi, whose book closes the Old Testament. A devout, lyrical name across the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world (said 'mah-lah-KEE-ahs'; nickname Mala).
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, my-messenger at the root, and devout.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Malaquias mean?
Malaquias is the Spanish Malachi — Hebrew 'my messenger; messenger of God'.
How do you pronounce Malaquias?
It's said mah-lah-KEE-ahs /ˌmɑ.lɑˈki.ɑs/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Malaquias a boy or girl name?
Malaquias is a boy's name.
How popular is Malaquias?
Malaquias is a rare name in the U.S.