Scottish Gaelic Names
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Alistair
English spelling of Alasdair, Scottish version of Alexander
"defending men"
With many British names invading the Yankee name pool, the sophisticated Alistair could and should be part of the next wave. It debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2016. You have a triple choice with this…
Angus
Anglicized form of Aonghus, Aonghas, Gaelic
"one strength"
Angus is a traditional yet stylish choice in the UK, especially in Scotland. And it's a cool choice for US parents too, particularly those whose roots go back to Glasgow. The ancient Celtic form…
Còiseam
Còiseam is an extremely rare Scottish Gaelic masculine name with deep Celtic roots. Pronounced approximately "KO-sham" or "KOSH-um" (depending on regional accents), this uncommon name belongs to…
Barabal
Barabal is an unusual feminine name with possible Scottish Gaelic origins, potentially derived from or related to the name Barbara. In Scottish naming traditions, it may have served as a variant or…
Bearnas
Bearnas is a feminine name of Irish Gaelic origin, though it remains quite obscure even within Ireland. It may be related to the Irish word 'bearna' meaning 'gap' or 'mountain pass,' suggesting…
Beitris
Beitris is a feminine name with Scottish Gaelic roots, serving as a variation of Beatrice. The original Latin name Beatrix means 'she who brings happiness' or 'blessed.' This distinctive Gaelic form…
Benneit
Benneit is a masculine name that represents a unique variation of the more common Bennett. Derived from medieval English, it ultimately stems from the Latin name 'Benedictus,' meaning 'blessed.' This…
Bhaltair
Bhaltair is a masculine name representing the Scottish Gaelic form of Walter. With Celtic origins, this uncommon name carries the same Germanic roots as Walter, derived from 'wald' (rule) and 'hari'…
Bhictoria
Bhictoria is an extremely rare variant spelling of Victoria, a name with Latin origins meaning 'victory.' This highly unusual orthographic adaptation substitutes 'Bh' for the traditional 'V,'…
Cailean
Irish
"pup, cub"
This is the original Gaelic spelling of the Anglicized Colin -- more authentic, yes, but could make your American child's life unnecessarily complicated.
Caoidhean
Caoidhean is a masculine name of Gaelic origin, derived from elements possibly meaning 'wild fire' or relating to 'caoin' (gentle, beloved). This distinctively Irish name exemplifies traditional…
Caointean
Caointean is an extremely rare masculine name with Gaelic origins. This uncommon name is likely derived from the Irish word "caoin," meaning "to weep" or "to lament," or possibly related to "caoin"…
Ceit
Ceit is a feminine Scottish Gaelic form of Katherine or Kate. Pronounced approximately as 'kate' or 'kayt,' this concise name carries centuries of Celtic heritage. Katherine itself derives from the…
Cliamain
Cliamain is an extremely rare masculine name with likely Celtic or Gaelic origins, though specific documentation is limited. It may be a variant or derivative of names like Clement (meaning…
Artair
Scottish Gaelic form of Arthur, Celtic
"bear"
A surprisingly rare form of Arthur that rings more Scottish, and lends itself easily to Art as a nickname.
Daibhidha
Daibhidha is a feminine name of Gaelic origin, derived from the masculine name David, which means "beloved" in Hebrew. The uniquely feminine adaptation features the characteristic Gaelic spelling…
Díorbhail
Díorbhail is a traditional feminine Irish name with deep Gaelic roots. Pronounced approximately as 'DEER-val' or 'JEER-val,' this name comes from ancient Irish Gaelic elements possibly meaning 'true…
Dùghall
Dùghall is a masculine Scottish Gaelic name, a variant of Dugald or Dougal, derived from the Gaelic 'dubh-gall' meaning 'dark stranger' or 'dark foreigner.' The accent mark indicates the proper…
Eanraig
Eanraig is a masculine Gaelic form of Henry, primarily found in Scottish culture. The name derives from the Germanic elements 'haim' meaning 'home' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'. In…
Alasdair
Scottish variation of Alexander
"defending men"
In this country, more recognizable with the Alistair spelling.