How Many People Are Named Malan?
Complete statistics for the name Malan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Malan is a very rare female name, with only 203 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,622,549 Americans. That's pretty unique! The name peaked in popularity in 2012 with 17 births, and now it's seen as a modern, newer-generation name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 205 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2012Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Malan Through the Generations
Malan stands out as a name that's been gaining traction slowly but steadily. With only 205 total births recorded since its inception, it's clear that this name is still in its early stages of adoption. Interestingly, all 205 individuals named Malan are under 30 years old, indicating that it's a genuinely modern choice. The peak year for Malan was 2012, when there were 17 births, showing a slight increase in usage compared to previous years. This trend suggests that the name is becoming more popular among parents looking for something fresh and distinctive.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Malan's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Malan
How Many People Have the Name Malan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,592 people in the United States currently share the name Malan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 208,197 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Malan a Common or Rare Name?
Malan is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Malan Mean?
Malan means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Malan in SSA data, approximately 2% are male and 98% are female.
When Was Malan Most Popular?
The name Malan reached peak popularity in 2012, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Malan?
Approximately 1,592 people named Malan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,592. That works out to roughly 1 in 208,197 Americans.
Is Malan a rare name?
Malan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 208,197 Americans has this name.
What does the name Malan mean?
Malan means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Malan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 2% of people named Malan are male and 98% are female.
When was Malan most popular?
Malan peaked in 2012 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.