Female Name
Malle
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
medieval
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
64/100
classic120%
upper class65%
delicate65%
refined65%
strange100%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Malle is an Estonian diminutive of Maria or Maarja, now used independently. It was also a medieval English diminutive of Mary. The name has evolved to be used as a standalone name in modern times, reflecting its cultural adaptability and enduring popularity.
Etymology
Original Form:
Maria or Maarja
Evolution:
From a diminutive form to an independent name
Source:
Estonian and medieval English naming conventions