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Antony vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Antony

Boy #1,780 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"priceless one, beyond praise"

Origin: Latin Antonius (Etruscan origin)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Roman Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,780
Total SSA Count
92
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Malcom

Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,750
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Antony Rank #1,780
Malcom Rank #1,750

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1780 for Antony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antony or Malcom more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Antony at #1780 in the United States.

What do Antony and Malcom mean?

Antony means "priceless one, beyond praise" (Latin Antonius (Etruscan origin) origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Antony and Malcom boy or girl names?

Antony is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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