Little warrior or flat land
Malan is a name with multiple potential etymological roots. In a Gaelic context, it is often considered a diminutive of Mal, meaning little warrior. Alternatively, it appears as a surname of French Huguenot origin, likely referring to someone who lived on a plateau or flat land.
Less common today
Malan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,365 in 2012.
Fashion designer and media personality
South African cricketer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
