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Malcom vs Donnie

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
Donnie Rank #1,769

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1769 for Donnie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Donnie more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Donnie at #1769 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Donnie mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Donnie means "world ruler" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Malcom and Donnie boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Donnie is primarily a boy name.

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