Malcolm
Male name · ★ Classic
28,402
Total Births
1992
Peak Year
#292
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Malcolm
Malcolm is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 28,402 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1990s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 440 births |
| 1890s | 760 births |
| 1900s | 1,232 births |
| 1910s | 2,364 births |
| 1920s | 2,929 births |
| 1930s | 2,449 births |
| 1940s | 2,365 births |
| 1950s | 2,312 births |
| 1960s | 1,944 births |
| 1970s | 1,528 births |
| 1980s | 1,756 births |
| 1990s | 3,907 births |
| 2000s | 1,934 births |
| 2010s | 1,641 births |
| 2020s | 841 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Malcolm?
Malcolm has been given to 28,402 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1992 with 580 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #292.
Is Malcolm a boy or girl name?
Malcolm is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Malcolm most popular?
Malcolm was most popular in 1992, when 580 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Malcolm?
Malcolm first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).