Malcolm
Boy · Scottish Gaelic
malcolm · 2 beats
Meaning
Devotee of St Columba; a Scottish king's name reframed by Malcolm X and Malcolm Gladwell.
The vibe
Malcolm is a name with a tartan undertone and a fierce intellect. Modern and strongly grounded — articulate, principled, and quietly furious in the right ways.
Quick questions
Is Malcolm a boy's or a girl's name?
Malcolm is a boy's name of Scottish Gaelic origin.
How popular is Malcolm?
Malcolm sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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