Malkolm
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Malkolm first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 16 babies have been named Malkolm in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malkolm is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,841 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,841
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Malkolm
Malkolm is a boy name .
Malkolm is currently ranked #23,841 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malkolm include Mal, Malk, Malky, Malkie, Olm, Olmy, Olmie, May, Maie, and Malkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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