Malcolm vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malcolm

Boy #314 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Scottish American British African-American Nigerian

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Malcolm Rank #314

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Is Malcolm or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Malcolm and Brandon mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Malcolm and Brandon boy or girl names?

Malcolm is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.