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Malin

♂ Boy

Pronounced MAL-in /ˈmæl.ɪn/High

Meaning: Variously an English medieval pet form of Mary ('a little Mary') and a Swedish short form of Magdalena ('of Magdala'); also read as 'a little strong warrior'; used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A little Mary; of Magdala: Malin is English/Swedish. Crisp, classic, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowEnglish, Swedish
MeaningVariously an English medieval pet form of Mary ('a little Mary') and a Swedish short form of Magdalena ('of Magdala'); also read as 'a little strong warrior'; used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#8696 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 230

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201819352024

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

Malin is variously an English medieval pet form of Mary ('a little Mary') and a Swedish short form of Magdalena ('of Magdala'; routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'MAL-in').

In the U.S. it appears in Scandinavian families. Rare, a-little-Mary at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Malin is variously an English medieval pet form of Mary and a Swedish short form of Magdalena ('of Magdala') — a crisp name, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'MAL-in').
Overall data confidence 32%
References — Malin — unisex; routes layered

Variations

MallinMalenMalyn

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Malin mean?

Malin is variously an English pet form of Mary and a Swedish short form of Magdalena ('of Magdala'); used for both sexes. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Malin?

It's said MAL-in /ˈmæl.ɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Malin a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Malin?

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

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