A handful of Scottish names appear on the list of popular baby names every year. This is because these nouns have a lot going for them—they’re short and memorable, sound great when paired with other Scottish or English first names, and can be spelled differently. This article will discuss the top boys’ names in Scotland right now.
The MacGregors
Red-haired and proud, this clan is steeped in Scottish history. The clan motto, “Nemex fruit,” is Latin for “I did it myself.” The MacGregors lived through many skirmishes, battles, and assassinations during the 1500s until the Stuart clan of Campbell finally defeated them.
Lachlan
This traditional first name is associated with the Scottish Presbyterians, who settled in Australia in the early 1700s, right when it became its own country. This surname is often used as a first name and comes from the Gaelic word for “lake.” The surname is associated with the Scottish Lowlands region.
If you are interested in cool Scottish boys’ names, the following are the top choices. They are popular boys’ names in Scotland and can be spelled differently or used as middle or first names.
Useful Resources
- Discover the meaning and origin of other Scottish boys’ names.
- The most popular Scottish boys’ names
