US Popularity:20423
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Irish, Scottish
Meaning:from Scotland; From Ireland; One who speaks Gaelic
If you want to celebrate baby’s Celtic roots, Scot can make for a great choice. This masculine name is of Middle English origin, translating to “from Scotland,” “from Ireland,” or “one who speaks Gaelic.” This can be a great way to help baby appreciate their family tree. Scot was most popular from the late 1950s to the mid 1970s, giving it a vintage, timeless tone for baby to enjoy throughout their life.

Scot Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Scot is currently #20423 in U.S. births
Boy:Scot is currently #6615 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#20423
in 2022
+ 5506
from 2018
In comparison to the previous year's data
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