Mahalia

An underused Biblical name, probably because it's so tightly identified with the Queen of gospel singers, Mahalia Jackson. Other variations include Mahalah, Mahayla, Mahila, Mahilia, Mehalia, Mahali, and Mahalya.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

tenderness, affection

Origin

Hebrew, variation of Mahala

Numerology

M is for munificent, for you are extremely liberal in giving.

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

H is for happy, your wonderful laugh.

A is for activities, for you have many.

L is for lively, your life is full of energy!

I is for ignite, the fire in you!

A is for admirable, you certainly are!

Lucky

Mahalia lucky number is 9.

The mission for 9 is to reach its highest state of consciousness, and to help others also achieve this spiritual awareness. 9 is not afraid to transform, and its malleable spirit inspires others to explore their own ranges of motion. Since 9, in many ways, has transcended the physical plane, it must constantly remember to anchor itself.

Famous People Named Mahalia

• Elodie Ghedin Canadian parasitologist and virologist
• Mahalia Jackson American gospel singer
• Mahalia Violet Barnes Australian singer,songwriter
• Mahalia Simpson New Zealand pop singer ("X Factor Australia")
• (Mahalia) Lucille Spann American blues singer

Mahalia in Pop Culture

• Dermot Povey character on British sitcom "Men Behaving Badly"