Smith vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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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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Smith Rank #1,580

Malcom Rank #1,750

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Smith or Malcom more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Smith and Malcom mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Smith and Malcom boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.