The nameMalou
Malou is a nickname for Marie-Louise, given mostly to girls in France, especially in the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- French
Meaning
It joins Marie and Louise. Louise comes from the Germanic hlod, "fame", and wig, "battle".
Origin
French, through Marie-Louise.
History
First found in 1980, Malou peaked around 2010. A few boys bear it too, probably because it sounds like Malo. It is less common today.
Popularity of the name Malou
Malou in France
Malou was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 690 births over the decade, 42% of all recorded babies named Malou. Its rise began around 1991, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Malou in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 28 births a year on average, against 40 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Malou in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Malou mean?
It joins Marie and Louise. Louise comes from the Germanic hlod, "fame", and wig, "battle".
What is the origin of the name Malou?
French, through Marie-Louise.
Is Malou a girl's or a boy's name?
Malou is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Malou?
Variants and related names of Malou include Marie-Louise.