Malo

Malo is a boy's name that has its roots in French-Breton culture. The meaning of the name can be expressed as 'the shining pledge' and 'the bright promise'.

What does the name Malo mean?

The name Malo is a boy's name of French-Breton origin. Translated, it means 'the shining pledge' as well as 'the bright promise'. The origin of the name is based on the Breton words mac’h or mach, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage', and lou, which stands for 'bright', 'brilliant', 'radiant', or 'shining'. The name became famous through Saint Malo of Aleth, who lived in the 5th and 6th centuries. The city of Saint-Malo in France bears his name.

Where does the name Malo come from?

The name Malo has its roots in the Breton language and means 'the shining pledge'.

How do you pronounce Malo?

The pronunciation of Malo is gentle and consists of two syllables. In German phonetics, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ma-lo' [ˈmaːlo]. The first syllable begins with a long A sound, conveying a certain openness, while the second syllable ends with the rounded O. The simple vowel sequence gives the name a certain lightness. Malo radiates modernity and friendliness – it is a name with clear structure and gentle presence.

When is the name day of Malo?

The name day for Malo is celebrated on November 15.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Malo enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 678th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2022, when it reached rank 634. Over the last ten years, Malo has been given as a first name about 520 times, which earned it the 852nd place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 884th.

Nicknames & pet names

Malolein / Malolo / Malöchen

Famous people

• Malo (singer from France)