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Jason vs Malcolm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jason Rank #148
Malcolm Rank #314

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Malcolm more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Jason and Malcolm mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are Jason and Malcolm boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Malcolm is primarily a boy name.

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