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Skylar 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

Skylar Rank #1,553
Malcom Rank #1,750

Skylar is more popular, ranked #1553 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skylar or Malcom more popular?

Skylar is more popular, ranked #1553 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Skylar and Malcom mean?

Skylar means "scholar" (Dutch origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Skylar and Malcom boy or girl names?

Skylar is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.

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