Origin and Meaning of Malise

Servant of the king

Origin: Scottish - Derived from the Old French name 'Malise', which itself comes from 'Mal' (bad) and 'ise' (servant), indicating a 'servant of the king' or 'commoner'.

• Malise is a rarely used name today but has historical significance in Scotland, particularly among the Gaelic-speaking population.
• In Scotland, Malise was associated with noble families and was sometimes used among the lower class as well.
• Notable bearers of the name include Malise II of Strathearn, a 13th-century Scottish noble.
• As a unique name, Malise has not seen significant popularity trends, remaining fairly obscure in modern naming practices.
• Variations of the name include Malis and Malisea, though these are also uncommon.