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Rare and Unique Scottish Baby Names Straight from the Highlands

Like Ireland, Scotland is home to some of the coolest yet timeless baby names we’ve ever heard, making it a perfect place for name inspiration. And for many parents, it’s essential to include their family heritage when naming their child. Scottish names are also great if you’re looking for a familiar-sounding name unique with a rich history. To help, we’ve curated a list of 50 rare and unique Scottish baby names straight from the Highlands to add to your list.

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Scottish Baby Names for Girls

1. Adaira

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: By the oak tree ford

2. Aileana

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: From the green meadow

3. Ailsa

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Elf victory

4. Aisling

Origin: Scottish and Irish
Meaning: Dream, vision

5. Annella

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Grave of favor

6. Cailean

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Whelp

 

7. Caitriona

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Pure

8. Coira

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Seething pool

9. Dallis

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: From the dales, the valley meadows

10. Finola

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: White, fair shoulder

 

11. Iona

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Place name

 

12. Islay

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Place name

13. Kenna

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Born of fire, handsome

14. Lileas

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Lily

15. Lorna

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Laurel tree

16. Machara

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Plain

17. Mysie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Pearl, child of light

18. Nessa

Origin: Scottish and Scandinavian
Meaning: From the headland, promontory

19. Nighean

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Young woman

20. Saundra

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Defender of men

21. Sawney

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Defender of men

22. Seona

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: God is gracious

23. Torra

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: From the castle

24. Vanora

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: White wave

25. Wylie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Resolute protection

 

Scottish Baby Names for Boys

26. Alastair

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Defender of the people

27. Bretton

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: A native of Brittany France

28. Brochan

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Porridge

29. Brodrick

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Descendant of Bruadar

30. Callum

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Dove

31. Camdan

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: From the winding valley

32. Dalzell

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Bright or white

33. Ellair

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Butler or steward

34. Eunan

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Born of yew; youth

35. Fergus

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Man of force

36. Iagan

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Little fire

37. Hamish

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Supplanter

38. Kendrix

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Royal chieftain

39. Leathan

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: River

40. Lyall

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Wolf

41. Maclean

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Servant of Saint John

42. Munro

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Man from River Roe

43. Naughton

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Pure

44. Neilan

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Champion

45. Ossian

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Stag

46. Pherson

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: To be employed by a parson

47. Rosston

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Red, headland

48. Shaw

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Wood

49. Teigue

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Poet or philosopher

50. Torion

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: From the craggy hills

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