Malone Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-LOHN / /məˈloʊn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the servant of the church'; English: 'little' or 'small'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Malone has Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Maoileoin, meaning 'descendant of Maoileoin'. It is often associated with the region of Munster in Ireland. In English contexts, it may also be interpreted as a diminutive form. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Trend Summary
The name Malone has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malon
International Variants
- Malone (Irish)
- Malon (French)
Famous people named Malone
Malone Mukwende is a medical student known for his work on health disparities in skin tone.
Malone Soualiho is a French professional footballer who has played for various clubs.
Malone Jones is an American author recognized for his contributions to contemporary literature.
Malone McGowan is a notable figure in the field of environmental science.
Fictional characters named Malone
Malone is a character in the film 'The Last of the Mohicans', serving as a supporting role.
Malone is featured in the video game 'Call of Duty', known for his tactical skills.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malone was first seen in the United States in 1914. Malone has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Malone has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malone
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 21 |