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Malcom vs Henley

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
Henley Rank #1,876

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1876 for Henley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Henley more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Henley at #1876 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Henley mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Henley means "from the high woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Malcom and Henley boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Henley is primarily a boy name.

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