Rising since 2007, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Malosi since 2004
Babies named Malosi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 20 |
| 2010s | 73 |
| 2020s | 96 |
Meaning & origin
Malosi is a Samoan name meaning "strength," first recorded in U.S. data in 2004. It currently ranks 4,249th (2025), with a 1-in-71,170 birth rate. Its popularity has been rising since 2007, reaching its peak in 2025. The name is most common in California, which reflects significant Samoan and Pacific Islander communities there. Malosi remains a distinctive choice, embodying a powerful cultural value.
Malosi is a Samoan word meaning "strength" or "power." It is used as a given name primarily within Samoan and other Pacific Islander communities. The name reflects a cultural value of fortitude and has seen modern adoption in the United States, particularly in California.
Where Malosi is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Malo, Losi
Sibling names for Malosi
Names that share Malosi's style, for a brother or sister.
