Vernon vs Malcom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Vernon

Boy #1,557 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"alder grove"

Origin: Gaulish/Norman French

English French 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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Vernon Rank #1,557

Malcom Rank #1,750

Vernon is more popular, ranked #1557 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Vernon or Malcom more popular?

Vernon is more popular, ranked #1557 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Vernon and Malcom mean?

Vernon means "alder grove" (Gaulish/Norman French origin). Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Vernon and Malcom boy or girl names?

Vernon is primarily a boy name. Malcom is primarily a boy name.