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Aston vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aston

Boy #1,588 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"east settlement, eastern village"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,588
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Aston Rank #1,588
Malcom Rank #1,750

Aston is more popular, ranked #1588 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aston or Malcom more popular?

Aston is more popular, ranked #1588 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Aston and Malcom mean?

Aston means "east settlement, eastern village" (Old English origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Aston and Malcom boy or girl names?

Aston is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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