Malcom vs Emile

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 #1,920 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rival, eager to emulate"

Origin: Latin Aemilius

French Belgian Swiss English

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Malcom Rank #1,750

Emile Rank #1,920

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1920 for Emile.

Is Malcom or Emile more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Emile at #1920 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Emile mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Emile means "rival, eager to emulate" (Latin Aemilius origin).

Are Malcom and Emile boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Emile is primarily a boy name.