Malcolm vs Carlton
Comparing Malcolm and Carlton? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Malcolm ranks in the Top 1000 tier and traces to Scottish naming roots (meaning "Disciple of Columba"). Carlton sits in the Top 1000 tier with English origins (meaning "Free peasant settlement").
Malcolm
- Meaning: Disciple of Columba
- Origin: Scottish
- Popularity (2026): Top 1000
- Full Malcolm name page
Carlton
- Meaning: Free peasant settlement
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 1000
- Full Carlton name page
Which name is more popular: Malcolm or Carlton?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Malcolm ranks higher (Top 1000) than Carlton (Top 1000).