Malena
Meaning
Woman Of Magdala
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
/məˈleɪnə/
Traits associated with the name Malena:
Dogs named Malena tend to be loving, affectionate, and loyal. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Malena?
Naming your dog Malena suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and the meaning behind it.
Is Malena a good dog name?
Malena has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Malena 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
Malena is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Malena was, in the past month, the 5464th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Malena 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, Malena was viewed 127 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Malena's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Malena is most adored in Alaska, Virginia and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Pennsylvania and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Malena.
Most popular breeds named Malena:
- Cocker Spaniel
- Boxer
Malena is found in these categories:
spanish
Popular in Spain, derived from Magdalene, meaning high tower in Spanish.
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