Malkolm
m(a)-lko-lm,
mal-kolm
US Popularity:10873
Origin:Scandinavian
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Disciple of Saint Columba
Malkolm is a masculine name and the Scandinavian form of Malcolm. A title long associated with royalty, Malcolm was once carried by four Scottish kings. Variants like Malkolm might be spelled differently, but they still exude that regal energy! Ultimately, both Malkolm and Malcolm derive from Máel Coluim, a Scottish Gaelic moniker meaning “disciple of Saint Columba.” As Scotland’s patron saint, Saint Columba is credited with converting the country to Christianity. If you and baby ever take a trip to Bonny Scotland, they’ll fit in well with a name like Malkolm.
How Popular Is The Name Malkolm?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2015
#11588
in 2015
+ 1940
from 2010
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