Malcom vs Chester

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 #1,657 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortress, walled Roman camp"

Origin: Latin

English American British

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Malcom Rank #1,750

Chester Rank #1,657

Chester is more popular, ranked #1657 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Malcom or Chester more popular?

Chester is more popular, ranked #1657 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Chester mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Chester means "fortress, walled Roman camp" (Latin origin).

Are Malcom and Chester boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Chester is primarily a boy name.