Mala

Female

Meaning

Garland of flowers; necklace.

Origin

Indian

Pronunciation

/ˈmɑːlə/

Traits associated with the name Mala:

Dogs named Mala tend to be loving, affectionate, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Mala?

That you have a creative and unique sense of style. Mala is an uncommon name for a dog, so it suggests that you like to stand out and express yourself in unique ways.

Is Mala a good dog name?

Mala has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Mala isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

979
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1,221
New York City Dog Name Database
1,804
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Mala is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Mala was, in the past month, the 3042nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Mala is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Mala was viewed 75 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Mala's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Mala is most adored in West Virginia, Alabama and Louisiana.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Missouri, Pennsylvania and Michigan.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Mala.

Mala is found in these categories:

indian dog names
indian

Refers to a string of prayer beads in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

flower dog names
flower

Mala translates to "garland" in Sanskrit, often made from blossoms.

beautiful dog names
beautiful

In Sanskrit, this moniker translates to "garland," symbolizing elegance and grace.

Dog names like Mala:

Who is like God
Pearl
Poetry; singing; music.
Italian island; wild boar.
Saddle throne; mountain pass.
Alive; lively
Mala dog name meaning

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