Holding steady.
Popularity of Malynn since 1991
Babies named Malynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Malynn is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1991. Its trajectory has been stable, never breaking into the national rankings, with a peak year in 2002. The name's etymology is uncertain; it likely is a contemporary blend of the prefix 'Ma-' with Lynn, or a respelling of the Swedish Malin. As a recent coinage, Malynn lacks deep historical roots but fits a pattern of creative, lyrical names popular in the late 20th century. With no top states to indicate geographic concentration, Malynn remains a distinctive choice across the country.
Malynn first appears in U.S. records in 1991, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a blend of the fashionable 'Ma-' prefix (as in Madison or Makayla) with the classic name Lynn, or an alternate spelling of the Swedish name Malin, itself a diminutive of Magdalene. Its usage has remained rare and stable, with a peak in 2002, fitting a pattern of creative feminine names in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mal, Lynn, Mally
Sibling names for Malynn
Names that share Malynn's style, for a brother or sister.
