Malou
Malou is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,515 in the US, popular nicknames include Mal, May, and Malie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Malou first appeared in US Social Security records in 2024.
Over 7 babies have been named Malou in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malou is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #17,515 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,515
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Malou
Malou is a girl name .
Malou is currently ranked #17,515 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malou include Mal, May, and Malie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malou include Malorie, Maloni . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis