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Malcolm vs Royce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malcolm Rank #314
Royce Rank #463

Malcolm is more popular, ranked #314 vs #463 for Royce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcolm or Royce more popular?

Malcolm is more popular, ranked #314 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Malcolm and Royce mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Malcolm and Royce boy or girl names?

Malcolm is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.

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