Gene vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

American English French

15 High Risk

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Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

✓ All Clear

Gene Rank #1,910

Malcom Rank #1,750

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1910 for Gene.

Is Gene or Malcom more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Gene at #1910 in the United States.

What do Gene and Malcom mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gene and Malcom boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.