Malcolm
Male
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!
Malcolm is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Malcolm ranks #3,094 with users of PupNames.com.
- Malcolm ranks #967 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Malcolm ranks #1,306 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Malcolm is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
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Most popular breeds named Malcolm:
- Labrador Retriever
- Cocker Spaniel
- German Shepherd
- Shih Tzu
- Chihuahua
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Dog names like Malcolm:
One who works with stone
Great stream
Better; a military rank
Greatest
Soldier or servant
Soldier, or merciful

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