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Scottish Last Names

  1. Mccallum

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "son of Callum"
  2. Holmes

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "from the island in the river"

    • Description:

      Possible middle name for devotees of detective Sherlock...or the actress Katie.
  3. Mcleod

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "son of Leod"

    • Description:

      A Scottish surname with cool nickname Mac and a cloudy sound.
  4. Wilkie

    • Origin:

      Scottish surname from a diminutive of William

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      William was such a popular name, thanks to the Conquerer, in early England that it gave rise to a range of nicknames, including the distinctly Scottish Wilkie. Heard mostly as a surname these days, it's the middle name of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick's son James and the first name of writer Collins. While Wilkie could make an adorable short form for a little boy, we'd recommend a more substantial full name such as, well, William.
  5. Napier

    • Origin:

      Scottish occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "producer or seller of table linens"

    • Description:

      The surname of the influential early Scottish inventor of logarithms could make an inspiring middle name choice for a mathematically inclined family.
  6. Crandall

    • Description:

      Crandall is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an Old English surname meaning 'valley of the cranes.' This distinguished surname-turned-first-name carries a sense of tradition and strength. Historically used as a family name throughout England and later America, Crandall began appearing occasionally as a given name in the early 20th century. It remains quite rare as a first name, appealing to parents seeking distinctive, strong-sounding traditional options. The name suggests dignity and heritage, evoking images of the stately crane birds in peaceful valleys. Crandall offers the friendly nicknames Cran or Randy.
  7. Hanna

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Hannah

    • Description:

      This simplified version is not nearly as popular as the original (it also destroys a perfectly good palindrome), and has been on the decline in recent years.
  8. Blain

    • Description:

      Blain is a masculine name with Scottish and Gaelic origins, derived from the Gaelic surname "Bláan" or possibly from a place name meaning "field" or "plain." It's also sometimes considered a shortened form of Blaine. The name has a strong, straightforward quality with its single syllable and clear pronunciation. Blain projects ruggedness and simplicity, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage but without elaborate pronunciation. While never extremely common, Blain has maintained steady usage, particularly in Scotland and among those with Scottish ancestry. The name carries a certain timeless quality, neither feeling overly archaic nor trendy. Its concise form gives it a direct, no-nonsense character that works well across different ages.

  9. Forsyth

    • Origin:

      English from Gaelic

    • Meaning:

      "man of peace"

    • Description:

      Variant of Forsythe
  10. Romary

    • Origin:

      French variation of Romaric, German, and Scottish surname

    • Meaning:

      "famously strong"

    • Description:

      Romary is most commonly seen as a surname, although it would make a charming first name for a boy or girl. It has French and Scottish origins — the French form is a variation of the given name Romaric and has also been adopted as a surname. The meaning of the Scottish surname is unknown.
  11. Frazier

    • Origin:

      Variation of Fraser

    • Meaning:

      "strawberry"

    • Description:

      Stylish way to name your son after basketball great Walt -- though Walt is sounding fresh again too.
  12. Larimer

    • Origin:

      English and Scottish surname

    • Meaning:

      "maker and seller of spurs"

    • Description:

      This cowboy-ish surname has an equine connection — Larimer originally denoted someone who made and sold spur bits, along with other hardware needed for riding horses.
  13. Munroe

    • Description:

      Munroe is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Rothach Mòr' meaning 'from the mouth of the Roe River' or simply 'from the red bog.' Originally a clan surname from the Scottish Highlands, it transitioned to a given name following the tradition of using family names as first names. Munroe projects strength, reliability, and a certain rugged elegance. While the spelling 'Monroe' is more common (famously associated with actress Marilyn Monroe), the 'Munroe' variation maintains a more traditional Scottish character. The name gained some popularity as a boys' name in the early 20th century but remains relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage and a distinguished sound.

  14. Dickie

    • Description:

      Dickie is traditionally a masculine name functioning primarily as an affectionate diminutive of Richard, which has Germanic origins meaning 'strong ruler' or 'brave power.' While sometimes used as a standalone name, particularly in the early to mid-20th century, Dickie is more commonly encountered as a nickname. The name carries a vintage quality, evoking mid-century Americana and British culture where such familiar forms were more commonly formalized. Notable bearers include various athletes and entertainers who preferred this friendly variation. Though its popularity as a formal name has declined in recent decades due to potential teasing concerns and changing naming trends, Dickie remains part of naming heritage particularly in English-speaking countries, representing an era when casual, approachable name forms were embraced.
  15. Mccartney

    • Origin:

      Scottish surname

    • Meaning:

      "son of Artan"

    • Description:

      McCartney is a widely familiar surname that is infrequently given as a first name. It first appeared on the charts for girls in 1996 but has never been given to more than 21 baby girls in a single year. McCartney meets our definition of a unisex name, although it used more often for girls.
  16. Neely

    • Origin:

      Short form of Cornelius, Neal, or McNeilly

    • Meaning:

      "horn; cloud; son of the poet"

    • Description:

      A nickname style name, Neely could derive from the strong, elegant Cornelius, as an elaboration of Neal or Neil, or as a variation of the Scottish surname McNeilly, with the cool meaning "son of the poet".
  17. Baird

    • Origin:

      Scottish occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "minstrel, poet"

    • Description:

      Meaning bard, this is an original choice with poetic and melodic undertones. Bard itself has also come into consideration, both names bringing to mind Shakespeare and other literary lights.

      The Scottish surname Baird's most notable bearer was John Logie Baird, the Scottish engineer and inventor of the televisor, the world's first practical television system in 1926, and also the world's first fully electronic color TV tube two years later. Some might also remember puppeteers Bil and Cora Baird.

  18. Dock

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "enclosed area of water in a port for ships to load and unload"

    • Description:

      A sailing and sea-related choice, which also feels connected to the reparative powers of nature (via dock leaves) and to doctors generally, Dock made the Top 1000 in the first half of the 20th century, though today, it is only quietly and sporadically used.
  19. Drummond

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "ridge"

    • Description:

      At one time associated with the fictional detective Bulldog Drummond, this formal surname name does boast the cute nickname Drum.
  20. Crandell

    • Description:

      Crandell is an uncommon masculine surname that has occasionally made the transition to first name usage. It originated as an English surname derived from a place name, likely composed of Old English elements related to 'crane' (the bird) and 'hill' or 'valley.' As a first name, Crandell is extremely rare, representing the trend of adopting surnames as given names, which became more popular in American naming culture during the 20th century. The name has a distinguished, somewhat formal quality that appeals to parents seeking something unusual yet grounded in traditional naming patterns. Crandell projects strength and distinctiveness, with its hard consonants and established history as a family name. Despite its rarity as a first name, it feels familiar due to its surname origins and conventional English sound pattern.