Malcolm
boy name#272 in 2025Malcolm entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #205 in 1928, ranks #272 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#272
rank today
#205
peak (1928)
1,257
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #388 |
| 1890s | #311 |
| 1900s | #267 |
| 1910s | #228 |
| 1920s | #218 |
| 1930s | #223 |
| 1940s | #253 |
| 1950s | #304 |
| 1960s | #350 |
| 1970s | #411 |
| 1980s | #430 |
| 1990s | #287 |
| 2000s | #502 |
| 2010s | #431 |
| 2020s | #289 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Malcolm has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 48,500 people named Malcolm are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malcolm alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Malcolm in 2025?
- Malcolm ranks #272 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,257 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malcolm most popular?
- Malcolm peaked in 1928, reaching #205 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Malcolm with classmates?
- Malcolm will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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