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Malcom vs Calloway

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
Calloway Rank #1,851

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1851 for Calloway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Calloway more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Calloway at #1851 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Calloway mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Calloway means "pebbly place, bald clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Malcom and Calloway boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Calloway is primarily a boy name.

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