boy name
Malcolm
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#272 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Malcolm in the US, 1880–2025
Malcolm first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1992, when 1,495 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,257.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Malcolm a boy or a girl name?
Malcolm is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Malcolm?
In 2025, Malcolm ranked #272 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Malcolm most popular?
Malcolm was most popular in 1992, when about 1,495 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.