Malcolm vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malcolm

Boy #314 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Scottish American British African-American Nigerian

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Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

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Malcolm Rank #314

Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Is Malcolm or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Malcolm and Arlo mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Malcolm and Arlo boy or girl names?

Malcolm is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.