Malachi
Boy name · 85 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Malachi: 85 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 9 births in 2023.
Rooted in the Hebrew name Mal'akhi, meaning 'my messenger' or 'messenger of God,' Malachi is best known as the last of the Old Testament minor prophets, whose book closes the prophetic canon. Notable bearers include award-winning actor Malachi Kirby, star of *Small Axe*, and American actor Malachi Throne, who appeared in classic TV series. While no major places are directly named for Malachi, the variant Malachy—spelled with a 'y'—is especially popular in Ireland and Scotland, often associated with the patron saint of Armagh. The name has enjoyed a steady rise in Scottish birth registers since the 1990s, appealing to parents drawn to its biblical gravitas and soft, melodic sound.
Boy 17 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20239 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #4008 babies
- Total births
- 85since 2003
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y