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Mal vs Blythe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blythe

Boy #19,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"happy, carefree, joyous"

Origin: Old English blithe

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,658
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mal Rank #19,704
Blythe Rank #19,658

Blythe is more popular, ranked #19658 vs #19704 for Mal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mal or Blythe more popular?

Blythe is more popular, ranked #19658 compared to Mal at #19704 in the United States.

What do Mal and Blythe mean?

Blythe means "happy, carefree, joyous" (Old English blithe origin).

Are Mal and Blythe boy or girl names?

Mal is primarily a boy name. Blythe is primarily a boy name.

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