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Malcom vs Adley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malcom

Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,750
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malcom Rank #1,750
Adley Rank #1,946

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1946 for Adley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Adley more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Adley at #1946 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Adley mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Adley means "God is just, justice of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Malcom and Adley boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Adley is primarily a boy name.

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