Malo

Pronunciation: [ m-AHL-oh ]

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Boy Name #13,260 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Malo is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-AHL-oh.

Parents who love the name Malo often also consider Lovely, Deneen, Butch .

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Historical Record

Malo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.

Over 64 babies have been named Malo in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Malo is past its peak , currently ranked #13,260 for boy names in the US .

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Peaked 1972 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#13,260
Total SSA Count
7

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Frequently Asked Questions About Malo

Is Malo a boy or girl name?
Malo is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Malo?
Malo is pronounced m-AHL-oh.
How popular is the name Malo?
Malo is currently ranked #13260 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Malo a common or rare name?
Malo is an uncommon name, ranked #13260 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Malo?
Malo pairs well with Lovely, Deneen, Butch, Bonanza in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Malo?
Related spellings include Malachi, Malakai, Malcolm, Malik.

About the Name Malo

Malo is a boy name .

Malo is currently ranked #13,260 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Malo include Malachi, Malakai, Malcolm, Malik, Malakhi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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