Scottish Baby Names
The Scots--originally a Celtic tribe that migrated from northern Ireland-- have a rich cultural heritage that is reflected in their baby names. This list includes both uniquely Scottish Gaelic baby names, and others that have been used in Scotland for so long and often that they are thought of internationally as typically Scottish.
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Adair
Adair has flair, the grace of a Fred Astaire. It's a Scottish surname which came from the first name Edgar. In recent years, it has also been used for girls. Read More
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Agnes
Agnes, though it was the third most common English girls' name for four hundred years, has long been stuck in the attic. But now it looks like Agnes was so far out it's just about ready to come bac... Read More
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Ailis
This attractive Gaelic form of Alice can also be found in the phonetic form AILISH. It was introduced into Ireland by the Normans in the French form ALIZ. Ailis was the name of a notorious fourtee... Read More
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Ailsa
Ailsa is a traditional Scottish name related to a rocky island there in the Firth of Clyde called Ailsa Craig. It might make an interesting alternative to the outdated Ashley or overly popular Ell... Read More
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Ainslie
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Alasdair
In this country, more recognizable with the Alistair spelling. Read More
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Alexina
Trying too hard to stand out from the sea of Alexes. Read More
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Andrew
Andrew is among the most appealing classic boys' names, with more character and charm than James or John, and a host of Andrew-inspired nicknames: Andy makes it friendlier, Drew adds to its sophist... Read More
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Angus
Angus is rapidly moving from fuddy-duddy, kilt-wearing old Scotsman to hip young American;it's definitely a plausible choice, particularly for parents whose roots go back to Glasgow. The ancient C... Read More
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Archibald
The short form Archie is so open and friendly --and very trendy in the British Isles--that some parents are now beginning to consider the formerly fusty Archibald as well. SNL comedians Amy Poehler... Read More
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