How popular is the name Malvin in 2025?

Malvin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Malvin most popular?

Malvin peaked in 1913, reaching #734 among US boy names.

Malvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Malvin entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #734 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#734

peak (1913)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,100 people named Malvin are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Malvin alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Malvin in 2025?: Malvin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Malvin most popular?: Malvin peaked in 1913, reaching #734 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Malvin with classmates?: Malvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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