Malcom vs Gene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malcom

Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

✓ All Clear

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

American English French

15 High Risk

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Malcom Rank #1,750

Gene Rank #1,910

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1910 for Gene.

Is Malcom or Gene more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Gene at #1910 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Gene mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin).

Are Malcom and Gene boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Gene is primarily a boy name.