Scottish baby names
Updated: April 9th, 2024
Scotland is a country located in Europe, at the northern end of Great Britain. It is full of the eventful history of invasions and battles which gives rise to distinctive origins of Scottish baby names.
Scottish baby names are inspired from traditional Celtic, Gaelic and Old English as well as also influenced from neighbouring countries like Italy, France, and Norway. Also, Scottish baby names differ depending on the regions like Lowland and Highland areas that have different names. Usually Scottish male names are strong and manly while Scottish female names are soft, tender, dainty and feminine. Few examples of most popular Scottish baby names are Alexander, James, and Anabel.
Below is the list of 400 Scottish baby names.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZAndrew
Known for its biblical association as the name of one of Jesus's first apostles. It's a patron saint's name for Scotland, Russia, and Greece, and has been popular among various cultures.
Kenneth
A classic from Scottish and Irish roots, it means “born of fire.”
Elsie
A Scottish diminutive of Elizabeth meaning “pledged to God,” Elsie has returned as a lively vintage favorite in both the US and UK.
Bonnie
A Scottish word for "beautiful" or "cheerful," Bonnie surged after Gone With the Wind and is now enjoying a vintage revival.
David
A timeless Hebrew name meaning “beloved,” tied to the biblical king.
Agnes
A Greek name meaning "pure," Agnes was once a medieval favorite, with Saint Agnes boosting its popularity.
Elaine
Elaine is a French-Scottish form of Helen that means “bright light.” It has strong Arthurian associations, but could also fit mid-century style.
Lewis
An English name meaning "renowned warrior," Lewis was once a U.S. Top 100 pick and is still widely used in Scotland and beyond.
Flora
Flora is Latin for “flower.” She’s a goddess and the heroine of a Scottish fairy tale, with a sweet vintage vibe.
Archie
Meaning “truly brave” in German, this friendly nickname for Archibald saw a royal resurgence thanks to Prince Harry and Meghan's son.
Hugh
With roots in Old German and English, Hugh means “mind” or “intellect” and has been a steady presence in Irish and British history.
Ian
God is Merciful
Hector
Hold, Anchor, Possess, Tenacious
Malcolm
Pledge, A Dove, Students of St, Hostage and Luminous
Keith
A long-standing Scottish name meaning “wood,” once cool in the ‘60s.
Grant
Great Plains, Big, Tall
Eileen
Aveline, Beautiful, Lovable, Burst of the Sun
Alan
Noble, Little Rock, Peace, God of Shine
Collins
Victory of the People, Girl, Holly
Colin
Victor, Young Creature, Dove, Abbreviation of Nicholas People's Victory
Jean
Scottish Form of Joan Gracious Gift from God, John
Graham
Spear and Hard, Gravelly Place Gray House, Strong, Warlike
Ross
Headland, Red Haired, Surname, Rose
Marjorie
Pearl, Diminutive of Margaret
Knox
An old Scottish surname meaning “round hill,” brought into vogue by celebrity baby name trends.
Jamie
Supplant, One who Supplants, Feminine of James, Derived from the Latin Jacomus
Katie
The Pure, Form of Katherine, Virginal
Gordon
Triangular Hill, Surname, From Grodno, a Placename In Byelorussia Meaning City, Large Fortification
Craig
Rocky Outcropping, Rock, Dweller by the Crag
Gavin
Falke, White Hawk
Irving
Green River, Boar Friend, Handsome and Fair, Army
Greer
The Watchful, Vigilant Watchman, Alert
Alana
Darling Child, Rock, An Offering, Light and Buoy-any
Leslie
God is Fullness, Garden of Hollies, Small Meadow, Holly
Campbell
Cam Meaning Crooked, Crooked Mouth
Myra
Quiet Song, Divinely Precious, A Fragrant Resin Obtained from a Tree, Sweet
Ronald
Powerful, Wise Ruler, Rule, Advice
Duncan
Brown(Haired) Warrior, Helmeted
Alec
Manly, Defending Men, Helper and Defender of Mankind
Harris
Army, Man, Son of Harry, Tamil Music Director Harris
Scottie
Traditionally masculine and meaning “Scot,” it’s now surprisingly more common for girls in the U.S.
Alba
The White, The Element Albus Meaning White
Kelvin
A Scottish name linked to the River Kelvin and a famed physicist
Allison
Noble and Fight, Son of the Highborn, Alice
Rowena
Fame, Friend, Girlfriend
Muriel
Star of the Sea, Sea-bright, Myrrh
Alison
Noble Sort, Alice, Son of the Highborn
Wilma
Desire, Helmet, Resolute Protector, Protection
Ione
Violet Flower, Island, Amethyst, God is Merciful
Donald
Good and Christmas, The Elements Dubno Meaning World, Chief, Brown Stranger
Finley
Blond Warrior / Hero, White, Fair-haired Courageous One, Sunbeam
Mina
Shrub with Yellow Flowers, A Light, Fish, Blue Glass
Don
Brown Stranger, Man, Ruler of the World, Great
Monroe
From the Red Swamp, From the Mouth of the Roe
Blair
Plain, Field, Child of the Fields, Flat Area
Collin
Dove, Victory of the People, Young Pup, Victor
Tammy
Thomasina and Other Names Beginning with Tam, Date Palm, Perfect One, Short Form of Tamara
Errol
Nobleman, Freeman, Earl, To Wander
Lorna
Crowned with Laurels, Fame, Honor, Feminine of Lawrence
Griselda
Struggle, Fight, Gray, Thank You
Fraser
Family Name, Of the Forest Men, Strawberry, French Town
Kirsten
Stone Church, Christian, Follower of Christ, The Anointed One
Fiona
Faith, Vine, The Blond, Hero
Stuart
A variant of Stewart, this vintage name means “steward” and has strong links to Scottish royalty.
Kylie
Boomerang
Tate
Light Hearted, Great Talker, Pleasant and Bright, Measure of Land
Rowan
Red Haired Surname, Name of a Tree, Red-haired
Annabel
Lovable, Graceful, Variant of the Latin Amabel, Anna
Kendrick
Of English and Scottish origin, this name means “royal ruler” or “champion.”
Davina
Darling, Feminine Form of David, Friend, Little
Stewart
Scottish in origin, this aristocratic name means “steward” and has royal historical links.
Calhoun
From the Narrow Forest, Warrior, Surname, Place Name
Mackenzie
Son of Coinneach
Irvin
White, Yew, Marine Friend, Warrior
Skye
This name refers to the scenic Scottish isle and suggests open skies and freedom.
Boyd
Fair-haired, Blond, Yellow Gold
Lindsey
Place to Lay the Camp, Pool on an Island, Wetland
Baird
One who Sings Ballads, Poet, From Baird, Bard
Cameron
Similar to a Clan Name, Crooked Stream, Bent Nose
Sinclair
A Scottish name meaning “from St. Clair."
Teague
Poet, Philospher, Bard
Laurie
Laurel, From Laurentum, Crowned with Laurels
Finn
Laplander, The Element Fionn Which Means White Fair, Fair-haired Courageous One, Light Skinned
Kenny
Short for Kenneth, this Gaelic name means “handsome” or “born of fire
Dixon
Rich and Powerful Ruler, Son of Dick
Carson
Coastal Rocks, Son of Carr, Mossy Place, Rock
Kenna
Knowing, The Handsome, Fire Born, Beautiful and Wealthy
Connell
Mighty
Maisie
Pearl, Scottish Form of Margaret
Adair
Wealthy Spear Owner of Many Spears, Coming from the Oak Forest, Inspired By a Family Name
Lesley
Holly, Garden of Hollies, From the Gray Castle, God is Fullness
Archibald
Genuine, Truly Brave, Very Bold, Noteworthy and Valorous
Margery
The Pearl, Pearl
Laird
The Word Laverd Meaning Lord, Landlord
Isobel
God is Perfection, God's Promise
Shona
Yahweh is Gracious, Gold, Very Pretty, Sweet
Lyle
From the Island
Scott
Meaning “from Scotland,” this name peaked mid-century and still honors Celtic heritage.
Rory
Glorious, Red, Great, Variant of Roderick Famous Ruler
Blake
White, Blonde, Pale-skinned, Dark
Sanders
Originally a Scottish surname, it stems from Alexander and means “defender of men.”
Cason
Jayson, Kay
Grier
The Watchful, Alert, Vigilant Watchman
Maxwell
Surname, Mack's Well, Dweller by the Spring, Greatest
Sandy
Derived from Greek roots, this vintage nickname means “defender” and works across all genders.
Rona
Light, Crown, Rough Island, My Joy
Roy
Regal, King, The Red
Buchanan
House of the Canon
Cami
Unblemished, Servant for the Temple, Virginal, Acolyte
Logan
Round Hill, Log in Water to be Still and at Peace, Little Cave, Finnian's Servant
Fulton
Muddy from / Dark Place to Come, The Field Near Town
Macklin
The Son of Flann
Kelso
Fierce Island, Brave, Ceol Which Means Ship, Shining Upon Man
Bud
To Puff Up, Friend, Messenger, Herald
Doug
Dark River
Ron
Rule, Joy, Rules with Good Judgment, Crooked Nose
Dickson
Son of Dick, Rich and Powerful Ruler
Dallas
Used as a First Name Since the 19th Century, Overnight Dwelling., P, Wise
Rhona
Rule, Advice
Dunn
Brown Warrior
Murray
By the Sea
Kyle
This Scottish name means “narrow spit of land.”
Forbes
Prosperous One Owner of Fields, Field, Headstrong
Neil
Cloud, Acquirer, Like a Horn, Thanks
Artis
Arthur was a Great King Lives In 6Th Century, Noble, Bear, Stone
Creighton
Rocky Settlement, Dweller by the Rocks, Town Near a Creek
Ramsay
From Ram's Island, Wild Garlic
Brodie
Ditch
Ferguson
Man of Vigor, Highest Choice, Virility, Of Manly Strength
Barclay
Birch Tree Clearing, From the Birch-tree Meadow
Boyce
Dweller Near the Wood, Son of the Forest
Tam
English, Twin
Ardis
Combination of Ara and Judith, Eagle, Goddess, Blooming Meadow
Evan
Yahweh is Gracious, Born of Yew, Young Warrior, Right Handed
Merrilee
Joyous, Mirthful, Cheerful, An Abbreviation of Meredith
Bell
Sacred Wood, Crooked Mouth, God Protects My House, Apple Tree
Ralston
From Ralph's Settlement, Surname
Frasier
Curly Haired, Variant of Fraser of the Forest Men
Malcom
Disciple of Saint Columba
Carmichael
Follower of Michael
Kester
From the Camp of the Roman Army, Follower of Christ
Halley
From the Hall, Holy, Army Power
Fitz
Son
Gillespie
Bishops Helper
Wallace
Foreign, Waleis, Welshman, Man from Wales
Wylie
Enchanting, Cunning, Charming, From the Water Meadow
Angus
Only One, Strength, Vigor
Darrow
Spear Wielder
Gregor
The Watchful
Tyree
Land, The Element Tir Meaning Land
Irvine
Green Water, Variant of Irving, Boar Friend
Farris
Rock, Iron Strong
Blaine
Slender, Yellow, Thin, Lean
Douglas
Blood River, Blue, Dark Stream, Green
Lennox
Field on the River Leven, Field on River Leven
Patterson
Patrician, Nobleman, Noblewoman
Bryce
Quick-moving, Speckled, Noble, Son of a Nobleman
Muir
Moor Fen
Erskine
Verdant Hill
Sweeney
Small Hero
Dashiell
Heaven, Sky
Gillis
Epistle, Aigis, Shield, Aigilops
Christie
Anointed Christian, Disciple of the Christ
Les
From Town of Leicester
Berkley
Where Birches Grow, Birch Tree Clearing, Place Name
Grove
Forested Area, From the Grove of Trees, Graf, Wood
Kerr
Marsh Land, A Marshland, Man of Strength, From the Swampy Place
Ritchie
Dominant Ruler, Old Leader, Variant of Richard
Brice
Spotted, Son of a Nobleman, Great Ambition, Noble
Brody
Ditch
Hendry
Ruler of the Enclosure, Homeland, Rich, House and King
Callan
Son of Cathalain
Glenn
Country, Valley in the Mountains, From Glen, Tal
Drummond
Druids Mountain
Dunbar
From the Castle At the Headland
Innes
Vigor, Strength, One
Clyde
Warm, Rock, Muddy, Refers to the Scottish Clyde River