Malou

Combination of Mary and Lou

"bitter; renowned warrior"

Malou Origin and Meaning

The name Malou is a girl's name meaning "bitter; renowned warrior".

This charming name, popular in France and the Netherlands, has not traveled to the U.S. yet but would make a modern way to honor grandma Mary or Louise, or as a perfect short form of Mary Louise. Or, with the growing fashion for nickname names, it can stand perfect well on its own. One of several similar variations — Lou, Lilou, Louane — in vogue in Europe.

Popularity of the name Malou

• 1710 Nameberry 2025
• 86 Germany 2024
• 165 Switzerland 2023

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Famous People Named Malou

• Malou Ejdesgaard Danish tennis player
• Malou Aamund Danish politician
• Malou Hansson Miss Sweden 2002
• Malou de Guzman Filipina actress
• Malou Santos Filipina entertainment executive