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Malan

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Pronounced MAH-lan /ˈmɑ.lɑn/Medium

Meaning: Variously a Chinese name ('an orchid/magnolia flower') and a Faroese girls' name; also read as a modern coinage; used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A magnolia/orchid flower: Malan is Chinese/Faroese. Crisp, modern, and warm (said 'MAH-lan'). Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowChinese, Faroese
MeaningVariously a Chinese name ('an orchid/magnolia flower') and a Faroese girls' name; also read as a modern coinage; used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#11544 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2012
Total births (all-time)≈ 208

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201219982025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Malan comes variously from a Chinese name ('an orchid/magnolia flower') and a Faroese girls' name; also read as a modern coinage; used for both sexes (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (here for a girl; slug distinguished; said 'MAH-lan').

In the U.S. it appears in Chinese and Faroese families. Rare, a-magnolia-flower at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Malan is variously a Chinese name ('an orchid/magnolia flower') and a Faroese girls' name — a crisp, modern name used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'MAH-lan').
Overall data confidence 24%
References — Malan — Chinese/Faroese; routes layered

Variations

MalaniMalana

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Malan mean?

Malan is variously a Chinese name ('an orchid/magnolia flower') and a Faroese girls' name; used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Malan?

It's said MAH-lan /ˈmɑ.lɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Malan a boy or girl name?

Malan is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Malan?

Malan is a very rare name in the U.S.

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