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Sammy vs Malcom

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

Sammy Rank #1,559
Malcom Rank #1,750

Sammy is more popular, ranked #1559 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sammy or Malcom more popular?

Sammy is more popular, ranked #1559 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Sammy and Malcom mean?

Sammy means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Sammy and Malcom boy or girl names?

Sammy is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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