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Henley vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henley

Boy #1,876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the high woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,876
Total SSA Count
85
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Henley Rank #1,876
Malcom Rank #1,750

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1876 for Henley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henley or Malcom more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Henley at #1876 in the United States.

What do Henley and Malcom mean?

Henley means "from the high woodland clearing" (Old English origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Henley and Malcom boy or girl names?

Henley is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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