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Truman 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

Truman Rank #1,810
Malcom Rank #1,750

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Truman or Malcom more popular?

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

What do Truman and Malcom mean?

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

Are Truman and Malcom boy or girl names?

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

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