Holding steady.
Popularity of Malva since 1915
Babies named Malva per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 13 |
| 1920s | 64 |
| 1930s | 42 |
| 1940s | 23 |
| 1950s | 67 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Malva is a rare botanical name that saw its peak usage in 1921, yet has never broken into the top 1000 U.S. names. Its trajectory has remained stable, with only sporadic births in recent decades. Though the name is derived from the Latin for 'mallow,' a plant with ancient medicinal uses, it never achieved widespread popularity. The lack of top states suggests it was used very thinly across the country. For families drawn to floral names like Violet or Rose, Malva offers an obscure alternative with a gentle sound and a link to nature.
Malva is a direct borrowing of the Latin word for the mallow plant, a flowering herb long valued for its medicinal properties. As a given name, it appears to have been used sparingly in English-speaking countries since the late 19th century, often chosen for its botanical connection. It remains an uncommon name, with sporadic usage recorded in the United States.
Sibling names for Malva
Names that share Malva's style, for a brother or sister.
