Mal
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Noble, harmony — dignified character and high worth
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #9403 in 2025 with 8 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Allie. Shares the meaning 'Noble, harmony.'
Similar names: malee, malie, mallie, mally, mael, maela, maelee, maeley
Name length: 3 letters
How common is Mal? About 1 in 416,063 babies born in 2025 were named Mal, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Mal
What does the name Mal mean?
Mal means “Noble, harmony — dignified character and high worth” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Mal?
Mal has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble, harmony — dignified character and high worth”.
How popular is Mal?
Mal ranked #8910 in 2025 — given to 8 babies that year.
When was Mal most popular?
Mal peaked in 1950 with 13 babies registered that year.
Is Mal a boy or girl name?
Mal is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Mals in registered births are male.
Is the name Mal rising or falling in popularity?
Mal has risen 855 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9765 in 2020 to #8910 in 2025.
How long has Mal been recorded?
Mal appears in birth records across 50 years — from 1880 through 2025.