Malcolm Reese

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Malcolm Reese — Celtic
51K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Malcolm Reese is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Malcolm is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Malcolm, Malcom, Máel Coluim, or Maol Choluim is a Scottish Gaelic given name meaning "devotee of Saint Columba". Maol "shavenhead" is Scottish Gaelic for monk. Malcolm Azania, Canadian teacher, writer, community activist, radio host, and political aspirant Malcolm Bradbury (1932–2000), British author and academic Malcolm Cowley (1898–1989), American novelist, poet, literary critic, and journalist Malcolm Forbes (1919–1990), American publisher of Forbes magazine Malcolm Lowry (1909–1957), English poet and novelist Malcolm Muir (publisher) (1885–1979), American magazine industrialist Malcolm Wh. The surname Reese: Reese is an anglicised spelling of the Welsh name Rhys, which means 'ardent' or 'fiery'. It also means wreath or garland. Ace Reese (born 2005), American baseball player Alex Reese (born 1999), American basketball player Allan Reese (born 1967), Dutch footballer Andrea Star Reese (born 1952), American photographer Andy Reese (1904–1966), American baseball player Angel Reese (born 2002), American basketball player Archie Reese (born 1956), American football player Arvell Reese (born 2005), American football player Aubrey Reese (born 1978), American basketball player Barry Reese (born 1972), Ame. Malcolm is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 51K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Malcolm reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Malcolm

Celtic

Malcolm, Malcom, Máel Coluim, or Maol Choluim is a Scottish Gaelic given name meaning "devotee of Saint Columba". Maol "shavenhead" is Scottish Gaelic for monk. Malcolm Azania, Canadian teacher, writer, community activist, radio host, and political aspirant Malcolm Bradbury (1932–2000), British author and academic Malcolm Cowley (1898–1989), American novelist, poet, literary critic, and journalist Malcolm Forbes (1919–1990), American publisher of Forbes magazine Malcolm Lowry (1909–1957), English poet and novelist Malcolm Muir (publisher) (1885–1979), American magazine industrialist Malcolm Wh.

Surname: Reese

Welsh

Reese is an anglicised spelling of the Welsh name Rhys, which means 'ardent' or 'fiery'. It also means wreath or garland. Ace Reese (born 2005), American baseball player Alex Reese (born 1999), American basketball player Allan Reese (born 1967), Dutch footballer Andrea Star Reese (born 1952), American photographer Andy Reese (1904–1966), American baseball player Angel Reese (born 2002), American basketball player Archie Reese (born 1956), American football player Arvell Reese (born 2005), American football player Aubrey Reese (born 1978), American basketball player Barry Reese (born 1972), Ame.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Malcolm is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Malcolm by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Malcolm Reese:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Malcolm?
The first name Malcolm originates from Celtic. Malcolm, Malcom, Máel Coluim, or Maol Choluim is a Scottish Gaelic given name meaning "devotee of Saint Columba". Maol "shavenhead" is Scottish Gaelic for monk. Malcolm Azania, Canadian teacher, writer, community activist, radio host, and political aspirant Malcolm Bradbury (1932–2000), British author and academic Malcolm Cowley (1898–1989), American novelist, poet, literary critic, and journalist Malcolm Forbes (1919–1990), American publisher of Forbes magazine Malcolm Lowry (1909–1957), English poet and novelist Malcolm Muir (publisher) (1885–1979), American magazine industrialist Malcolm Wh.
When was Malcolm most popular?
The name Malcolm reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Reese?
The surname Reese originates from Welsh. Reese is an anglicised spelling of the Welsh name Rhys, which means 'ardent' or 'fiery'. It also means wreath or garland. Ace Reese (born 2005), American baseball player Alex Reese (born 1999), American basketball player Allan Reese (born 1967), Dutch footballer Andrea Star Reese (born 1952), American photographer Andy Reese (1904–1966), American baseball player Angel Reese (born 2002), American basketball player Archie Reese (born 1956), American football player Arvell Reese (born 2005), American football player Aubrey Reese (born 1978), American basketball player Barry Reese (born 1972), Ame.
What are the origins of the name Malcolm Reese?
The name Malcolm Reese combines two different traditions: the first name Malcolm has Celtic roots, while the surname Reese originates from Welsh.
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