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Malcolm vs Zion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zion

Boy #151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"highest point, citadel of Jerusalem"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Rastafarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#151
Total SSA Count
2,359
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malcolm Rank #314
Zion Rank #151

Zion is more popular, ranked #151 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcolm or Zion more popular?

Zion is more popular, ranked #151 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Malcolm and Zion mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin).

Are Malcolm and Zion boy or girl names?

Malcolm is primarily a boy name. Zion is primarily a boy name.

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