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How to pronounce Malcolm (MAL-kom)

Malcolm

MAL-kom

MALkom

Scottish origin. The 'l' in 'col' is pronounced. Common in Australian men.

Notes

Scottish origin. The 'l' in 'col' is pronounced. Common in Australian men.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Meaning
devotee of Saint Columba (from Máel Coluim)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Mal
  • Malky
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Borne by four medieval Scottish kings.

Notable people

  • Malcolm Turnbull (former Australian PM)
  • Malcolm X (American civil rights leader)

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