Malvin vs Des

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Des

Boy #19,117 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from South Munster (southern Ireland)"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,117
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Malvin Rank #19,826
Des Rank #19,117

Des is more popular, ranked #19117 vs #19826 for Malvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malvin or Des more popular?

Des is more popular, ranked #19117 compared to Malvin at #19826 in the United States.

What do Malvin and Des mean?

Malvin means "servant of St. Fillan" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Des means "from South Munster (southern Ireland)" (Irish origin).

Are Malvin and Des boy or girl names?

Malvin is primarily a boy name. Des is primarily a boy name.

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