Lydia vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lydia

Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

English Greek German Scandinavian

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Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

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Lydia Rank #97

Malcom Rank #1,750

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Lydia or Malcom more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Lydia and Malcom mean?

Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Lydia and Malcom boy or girl names?

Lydia is primarily a girl name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.