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Julius vs Malcolm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Julius

Boy #390 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Julian clan, youthful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman European American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#390
Total SSA Count
838
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Julius Rank #390
Malcolm Rank #314

Malcolm is more popular, ranked #314 vs #390 for Julius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Malcolm more popular?

Malcolm is more popular, ranked #314 compared to Julius at #390 in the United States.

What do Julius and Malcolm mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Julius and Malcolm boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Malcolm is primarily a boy name.

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