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Malcom vs Mackenzie

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
Mackenzie Rank #1,867

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1867 for Mackenzie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Mackenzie more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Mackenzie at #1867 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Mackenzie mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Mackenzie means "son of Kenneth / son of Coinneach" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Malcom and Mackenzie boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Mackenzie is primarily a boy name.

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