Malcom vs Theodore

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
Nicknames
Mal, Mac

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Malcom Rank #1,750
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Malcom ___

  • Malcom James
  • Malcom David
  • Malcom Alexander
  • Malcom Robert
  • Malcom Eugene
  • Malcom Lee

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Malcom

Duncan Angus Harriet Rosalind Calvin

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malcom or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Theodore mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Malcom and Theodore boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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