Malcom vs Canon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malcom

Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

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Boy #1,929 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule, measuring rod"

Origin: Greek

American English

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Malcom Rank #1,750

Canon Rank #1,929

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1929 for Canon.

Is Malcom or Canon more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Canon at #1929 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Canon mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Canon means "rule, measuring rod" (Greek origin).

Are Malcom and Canon boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Canon is primarily a boy name.