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Malcom vs Truman

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
Truman Rank #1,810

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 vs #1810 for Truman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Truman more popular?

Malcom is more popular, ranked #1750 compared to Truman at #1810 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Truman mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Truman means "faithful man, loyal man" (Old English origin).

Are Malcom and Truman boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Truman is primarily a boy name.

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