Niall vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niall

Boy #1,586 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English

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Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

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Niall Rank #1,586

Malcom Rank #1,750

Niall is more popular, ranked #1586 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Niall or Malcom more popular?

Niall is more popular, ranked #1586 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Niall and Malcom mean?

Niall means "champion" (Old Irish origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Niall and Malcom boy or girl names?

Niall is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.