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Zion vs Malcolm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zion

Boy #151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"highest point, citadel of Jerusalem"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Rastafarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#151
Total SSA Count
2,359
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
Malcolm Rank #314

Zion is more popular, ranked #151 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or Malcolm more popular?

Zion is more popular, ranked #151 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Zion and Malcolm mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin).

Are Zion and Malcolm boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. Malcolm is primarily a boy name.

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