Malva - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Malva \m(a)-

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "slender, delicate". Also a flower name for plants known as mallows.

Malva has 2 variant forms: Melva and Melvina.

For more information, see also related names Malvina, Mauve and Melba.

Baby names that sound like Malva are Malvie, Malfie and Melvie.

Malva is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl name Malva. Compare Malva with its variant forms and related girl names.