It is of Scottish and Gaelic origin, and the meaning of Malcolm is devotee of Saint Columba. The name of the prince of Scotland who became king after Macbeth murdered his father. Shakespeare's play was based on the true story. The name appeals to black families because of Malcom X. Publisher Malcolm Forbes.
Common causes of ankle swelling include: 1  Traumatic Injury. A traumatic injury, such as an ankle sprain or a broken ankle, is the most common cause of ankle swelling. 2  Gout. Gout is due to the accumulation of uric acid crystals within the fluid of your ankle. 3  Ankle Arthritis.
Pitting. In some cases, small pits are formed on the skin surface of the ankle. This is formed if the person having inflamed ankles suffers from edema, a condition marked by fluid retention in the body tissues and cells and serous cavities. Long term fluid retention in the ankles causes formation of pits on the skin.