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Malcom vs Raylen

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
Raylen Rank #1,808

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1808 for Raylen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Raylen more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Raylen at #1808 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Raylen mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Raylen means "wise protector from the valley" (Germanic/English origin).

Are Malcom and Raylen boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Raylen is primarily a boy name.

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