<a href="https://nameberry.com/list/428/Scottish-Baby-Names">Scottish baby names</a> may be familiar outside their native land, but many retain their distinctly Scottish style. While Scottish names may relate to both Ireland via their individual versions of the Gaelic language and to England via their shared heritage in the United Kingdom. 
 
The most popular Scottish names today evidence that blend, with English names such as Emily and Jack sharing the stage with distinctly Scottish names such as Isla and Finlay. If you have Scottish heritage or simply love that beautiful land, you may be interested in finding a Scottish name for your baby. 
 
The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.
 
Here, our full list of Scottish boys' names and Scottish girls' names.

Scottish Names

Norlene is a feminine name that appears to be a blend of the prefix 'Nor-' (possibly from Norman, Nora, or Nordic influences) and the popular feminine suffix '-lene' or '-lene' seen in names like Marlene and Darlene. It emerged in the United States primarily in the mid-20th century, reaching its modest peak of popularity between the 1930s and 1950s. Norlene has a vintage charm characteristic of names from that era while remaining distinctive due to its relative rarity. The name has a melodic quality with its two syllables and soft ending. While never extremely common, Norlene represents the trend of creative name combinations that characterized American naming practices of the mid-20th century.

Norlene

Aurla is a rare feminine name with Celtic origins, possibly related to the Irish name Órla or Órfhlaith, meaning 'golden princess' or 'golden lady.' It may also be connected to Latin-based names associated with 'aurum' (gold), such as Aurelia or Aurora. This uncommon name has a mystical, ethereal quality enhanced by its melodic sound. Despite its rarity in contemporary usage, Aurla carries an ancient dignity and evokes images of golden light and nobility. The name's brevity coupled with its flowing pronunciation gives it a distinctive charm that balances uniqueness with accessibility. For those seeking a name with Celtic heritage and an elegant sound, Aurla offers a beautiful and unusual choice.

Aurla

Used for girls in Scotland in the sixteenth century; this would make a bold but bonnie choice. 

Reynold

Possibly started life as a short form of Rhonwen, but most likely derives from the name of the Hebridean island Rona, which means "rough island".

Rhona

Rona ranked in the US Top 1000 in the mid-20th century but holds new meaning in the 2020s. "Rona" has become slang for coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, which gives the name a dark and somber edge. In 2020, Rona was given to 17 baby girls (a fall from 26 the previous year). In 2021, it dropped to just 5 — we expect it to drop off the list entirely in the years to come.

Rona

Roleen is an uncommon feminine name that likely developed as a creative variation of names like Rowena, Rosalind, or Roland, or as a combination of the popular 'Ro' prefix with the '-leen' suffix (similar to Kathleen or Eileen). The 'Ro' element often connects to words meaning 'fame' or 'glory' in various European languages, while '-leen' typically relates to light or brightness in its Celtic origins. Roleen emerged in limited usage during the mid-20th century when unique variations of traditional names became fashionable. The name has never been widely popular but offers a distinctive option with its blend of familiar sounds in a novel combination. Roleen carries a vintage charm with its rhythmic flow and feminine ending while maintaining uniqueness through its relative rarity.

Roleen

Ronalda

Historically more popular for boys and generally less familiar than its sound-alike Rowan, Roan is a name with multiple meanings, origins, and pronunciations. Given to less than 10 girls back in 2023, time will tell if singer-songwriter Chappell Roan has brought the name more exposure. 
 
On one hand, Roan — said with two syllables — is simply a spelling variation of stylish Rowan, connected to both the red-berried tree, and to the Irish Ruadhán meaning "little red head". Alternatively, it's a Frisian name that rhymes with Joan, ultimately derived from the German element hraban meaning "raven" 
 
Roan can also be considered a word name, used to describe the coats of horses and other animals that are white mixed with another tone such as red or chestnut, again said with a single syllable.

Roan

 may be familiar outside their native land, but many retain their distinctly Scottish style. While Scottish names may relate to both Ireland via their individual versions of the Gaelic language and to England via their shared heritage in the United Kingdom.

 today evidence that blend, with English names such as Emily and Jack sharing the stage with distinctly Scottish baby names such as Isla and Finlay. If you have Scottish heritage or simply love that beautiful land, you may be interested in finding a Scottish name for your baby.


Here, our full list of Scottish boys' names and Scottish girls' names, ranked by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Scottish Names with origin and popularity, including Scottish names for boys and names from Scotland for baby girls. (Page 16)