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Coby vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Coby Rank #1,590
Malcom Rank #1,750

Coby is more popular, ranked #1590 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coby or Malcom more popular?

Coby is more popular, ranked #1590 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Coby and Malcom mean?

Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Coby and Malcom boy or girl names?

Coby is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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