Malin
m(a)-lin
US Popularity:6569
Origin:Scandinavian
Meaning:Of Magdala; Elegant; Great; Tower; Pleasant
Malin is a feminine name of Scandinavian, Hebrew, and Irish origin. A parent seeking a powerful name for their special baby will love the robust symbolism Malin holds. In Scandinavian culture, Malin is a diminutive of Magdalene and means "of Magdala." In turn, the Hebrew Magdala gives this name the meanings “elegant,” “great,” and “tower.” If you wish to raise baby in faith, Malin has strong but subtle connections to the Jewish Talmud and Christian New Testament. Malin also has links to the Irish surname Ó Meallain, providing your little one with another meaning, “pleasant.”
Malin Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Malin is currently #2851 on The Bump
U.S. Births
Overall:Malin is currently #6569 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#6569
in 2022
+ 173
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Malin, July 2017
Behind the Name, Magdalene, January 2022
Name Doctor, Malin
House of Names, Malin History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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