What does the name Malcolm mean?

The name Malcolm means "Disciple of St. Columbus".

What is the origin of the name Malcolm?

Malcolm is a name of Scottish origin.

In 2023, 1,088 babies were named Malcolm in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Malcolm is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 1,088 ↗

All-Time Total: 67,833

Peak Year: 1992

Malcolm is a Scottish name derived from the Gaelic name Máel Coluim, meaning "disciple of Saint Columba."

Boy names closely related to Malcolm

Theodore Wesley Miles Rowan Callum Elliot Owen Jameson

Girl names closely related to Malcolm

Rowan Norah Maisie Ophelia Rosalie Phoebe Lucy Claire

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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