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Malcom vs Linkin

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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Linkin

Boy #1,767 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,767
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Malcom Rank #1,750
Linkin Rank #1,767

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1767 for Linkin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Linkin more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Linkin at #1767 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Linkin mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Linkin means "settlement by the pool" (Old English origin).

Are Malcom and Linkin boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Linkin is primarily a boy name.

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