Malyn
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Malyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 169 babies have been named Malyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malyn is past its peak , currently ranked #37,080 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #37,080
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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"tuft, bump, rounded protrusion"
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Old English origin
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American/Hebrew/Italian origin
"little joy, dear song"
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Scottish Gaelic origin
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French origin
"little Jon, feminine form of Jon"
#37,074 in US
Spanish/Italian origin
"variant of diminutive feminine names"
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#37,199 in US
Welsh llyn origin
"lake, pool"
#37,049 in US
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About the Name Malyn
Malyn is a girl name .
Malyn is currently ranked #37,080 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malyn include Mal, May, Maie, and Malkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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