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Malcolm vs Kairo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kairo

Boy #238 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the victorious, the conqueror"

Origin: Arabic place name

Cultural Roots

American African American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#238
Total SSA Count
1,478
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malcolm Rank #314
Kairo Rank #238

Kairo is more popular, ranked #238 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcolm or Kairo more popular?

Kairo is more popular, ranked #238 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Malcolm and Kairo mean?

Kairo means "the victorious, the conqueror" (Arabic place name origin).

Are Malcolm and Kairo boy or girl names?

Malcolm is primarily a boy name. Kairo is primarily a boy name.

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