Malcolm

Meaning of Malcolm

It means "devotee of Saint Columba."

Malcolm has Scottish roots — browse every Scottish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Malcolm

Malcolm is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #272 in 2025 from #368 in 2000.

Notable people named Malcolm

• Malcolm X
  Civil rights activist
• Malcolm McDowell
  Actor
• Malcolm Gladwell
  Author and journalist
• Malcolm Young
  Guitarist (AC/DC)
• Malcolm Jenkins
  NFL player

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Questions about the name Malcolm

What does the name Malcolm mean?

Malcolm means it means "devotee of saint columba.", and it comes from Scottish origins.

Is Malcolm a boy's or a girl's name?

Malcolm is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Malcolm?

In 2025, Malcolm ranked #272 for boys, up from #314 the year before.

When was Malcolm most popular?

Malcolm peaked at #272 in 2025.