Malva is of Latin origin and translates to 'mallow', a soft and delicate plant. It was initially used as a girl's name in Romania, but has since gained popularity worldwide. The name Malva carries a gentle and sweet nature, much like the flower it's named after.
"Malva was a somewhat popular name for newborns from 1915 to 1958, with the highest number of births occurring in 1954 (9) and the lowest in several years (5). The total number of Malvas born during this period is 209."