Malave is a surname of Spanish origin. It is derived from the word “mal” meaning “bad” or “evil” and “ave” meaning “bird”. The name may have originated as a nickname for someone who was considered “bad luck” or “unlucky”. Alternatively, it may have been used to describe someone with a dark or brooding personality. Today, the surname Malave is found primarily in Spain, Latin America, and the United States. Those who bear the name continue to carry its unique history and meaning.
