Holding steady, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Malan since 1998
Babies named Malan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Malan is an uncommon name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1998. Its rank of 10,917 in 2025 indicates extremely low usage, with an average of 1 in every 200,908 babies receiving the name. The name reached its peak popularity in 2012, though even then it remained rare. Its trajectory has been stable, suggesting it has not experienced a surge or decline. No top states have been associated with the name, reflecting its scattered usage. The lack of a clear etymology or historical background makes Malan a modern, perhaps invented, choice.
Malan is a rare name with no clear etymological roots. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1998 and may be a modern phonetic invention or a respelling of names like Malin or Maelan. Its usage has been sporadic, with a peak in 2012, and it has not gained widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mal, Lani
Sibling names for Malan
Names that share Malan's style, for a brother or sister.
