Ervin vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ervin

Boy #1,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"honor-friend"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

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Ervin Rank #1,939

Malcom Rank #1,750

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1939 for Ervin.

Is Ervin or Malcom more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Ervin at #1939 in the United States.

What do Ervin and Malcom mean?

Ervin means "honor-friend" (Old High German origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ervin and Malcom boy or girl names?

Ervin is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.