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Malcom vs Quintin

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
Quintin Rank #1,556

Quintin is more popular, ranked #1556 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Quintin more popular?

Quintin is more popular, ranked #1556 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Quintin mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Quintin means "the fifth" (Latin origin).

Are Malcom and Quintin boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Quintin is primarily a boy name.

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