Malcom vs Irving

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 #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Scottish English American Jewish-American

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Malcom Rank #1,750

Irving Rank #1,618

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Malcom or Irving more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Irving mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Malcom and Irving boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.