The name Malvern is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "mael" meaning "dark" or "chief", and "beorn" which means "bear". Therefore, Malvern can be translated to mean "dark-haired warrior" or " chief bear".
The name Malvern has a long history in England. It was first recorded as a given name in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appeared as Malberne. Over time, the name evolved into its current spelling of Malvern.
Malvern is also the name of a town located in Worcestershire, England. The town's name is believed to have come from the Old English words "mael" and "beorn", giving it the same meaning as the given name Malvern.
Today, Malvern is still used as a given name, but it is relatively rare. It is often associated with the town of Malvern in Worcestershire, which is known for its natural springs and mineral water.
The name Malvern has seen varying degrees of popularity over the years in the United States, as indicated by the annual birth statistics from 1913 to 1965.
In the early 20th century, the name Malvern was somewhat popular, with a peak of 17 births recorded in 1921. However, its popularity declined steadily throughout the rest of the 1920s and 1930s, with the number of births per year ranging from 5 to 16.
The name Malvern experienced a brief resurgence in the late 1940s and early 1950s, with birth numbers fluctuating between 5 and 9. However, it once again declined in popularity throughout the rest of the 1950s and into the mid-1960s, with fewer than 8 births recorded each year from 1956 to 1965.
Overall, a total of 385 babies were named Malvern during this period. While its popularity has varied over time, it is clear that Malvern has been a unique and distinctive name choice for parents in the United States throughout much of the 20th century.