Holding steady.
Popularity of Malvern since 1913
Babies named Malvern per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 65 |
| 1920s | 110 |
| 1930s | 85 |
| 1940s | 59 |
| 1950s | 55 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Malvern is a rare given name with English origins, likely derived from a surname or the Worcestershire place name. Its peak popularity occurred in 1921, after which it steadily declined. The name has remained stable in obscurity, with no recent revival. While its exact meaning is uncertain, it carries an old-fashioned, surname-as-given-name charm. Used almost exclusively for boys, Malvern saw its highest usage in the 1920s and has since become a historical curiosity rather than a modern choice.
Malvern likely derives from a surname or place name, most famously Malvern in Worcestershire, England. The place name may come from the Old British *moel 'bare hill' or a Celtic personal name. As a given name, it saw modest use in the early 20th century, peaking in 1921, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mal, Vern
Sibling names for Malvern
Names that share Malvern's style, for a brother or sister.
