Malva Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAL-vah / ˈmæl.vəLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: mallow flower; Spanish: soft, tender
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Malva is derived from the Latin word for the mallow flower, which has been used in various cultures for its medicinal properties. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is also associated with softness and tenderness. The mallow flower has historical significance in herbal medicine and is often linked to themes of healing and beauty.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malvina
International Variants
- Malva (Spanish)
- Malve (German)
Famous people named Malva
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Fictional characters named Malva
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malva was first seen in the United States in 1915. Malva has ranked as high as #872 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Malva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malva
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 7 |