Malcolm
Meaning
Follower Of St. Columba
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/məˈkɑːləm/
Traits associated with the name Malcolm:
Dogs named Malcolm tend to be loving, affectionate, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Malcolm?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name. It also suggests that you may have an appreciation for classic literature or pop culture.
Is Malcolm a good dog name?
Malcolm has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Malcolm isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Malcolm is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Malcolm was, in the past month, the 3617th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2024, Malcolm is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Malcolm was viewed 41 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Malcolm's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Malcolm is most adored in Iowa, Louisiana and Tennessee.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, Virginia and Georgia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Malcolm.
Most popular breeds named Malcolm:
- Labrador Retriever
- Cocker Spaniel
- German Shepherd
- Shih Tzu
- Chihuahua
Malcolm is found in these categories:
posh
Hails from Scottish royalty and frequents British Prime Minister lists.
old-fashioned
Harkens back to medieval Scotland, echoing kings and "Malcolm in the Middle".
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