Name comparison · boy names
Malachi vs. Malakai
In 2025, Malachi leads at #134 among U.S. boys' names, with Malakai at #213. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Malachi | Malakai |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #134 | #213 |
| Babies in 2025 | 2,692 | 1,657 |
| All-time peak | #134 in 2025 | #213 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 23 / 100 | 29 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Georgia (#70) | Hawaii (#22) |