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Evans vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Evans Rank #1,880
Malcom Rank #1,750

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1880 for Evans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evans or Malcom more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Evans at #1880 in the United States.

What do Evans and Malcom mean?

Evans means "son of Evan" (Welsh origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Evans and Malcom boy or girl names?

Evans is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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