Rising since 2014, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Malibu since 1994
Babies named Malibu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 100 |
Meaning & origin
Malibu is a modern place name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994. It has been steadily rising in popularity since 2014, reaching its peak rank of 5,410 in 2025, where it was given to about 1 in every 69,881 girls. The name is most common in California, reflecting its geographical origin. Malibu represents a trend of using aspirational place names, and its trajectory shows continued growth.
Malibu is a place name taken from the coastal city in California. The name originates from the Topanga Malibu Sequit, a Native American group who inhabited the area. It gained popularity as a given name in the 1990s, likely influenced by the glamour associated with Malibu, California.
Where Malibu is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mali, Libby, Bo
Sibling names for Malibu
Names that share Malibu's style, for a brother or sister.
