Find out how popular the first name Malone has been for the last 34 years (from 1990 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Malone by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Malone is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 52% of people named Malone being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 15 female babies and 12 male babies born with the name Malone.

The history of the first name Malone

The name Malone has its origins in the Gaelic language, specifically from Irish and Scottish Gaelic. It is believed to have derived from the Old Irish word "máel" meaning "bald" or "tonsured" and the word "óna" meaning "descendant" or "grandson". The combination of these words, "máel óna", is thought to have been a descriptive term used to refer to a descendant of a tonsured or bald person.

The name Malone can be traced back to medieval Ireland and Scotland, where it was used as a surname and later adopted as a given name. It is believed that the name first appeared in written records around the 12th century, although its precise origin is uncertain.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Malone is found in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history. The annals mention a figure named Malone O'Mallon, who was an Irish chieftain in the 14th century.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Malone. One of the most famous was Malone de Widehill, an English crusader who fought in the Third Crusade during the late 12th century.

In the 16th century, a Scottish poet named Malone Michaelson gained recognition for his works, which included poems and ballads that celebrated Scottish culture and history.

During the 17th century, Malone O'Byrne was an Irish soldier who fought in the Confederate Wars and later became a renowned military tactician.

In the 19th century, Malone Butler was an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from South Carolina from 1839 to 1843.

Another notable figure with the name Malone was Malone Muggeridge, an English writer, and satirist who lived from 1903 to 1990. He was known for his witty and insightful commentary on social and political issues.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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