Scott
From Scotland, a Scotsman — a boy name of English origin
Popularity of Scott in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Scott
Scott originated as an English and Scottish surname meaning "a Scotsman" or "a person from Scotland," derived from the Latin "Scottus." The Scots were originally a Gaelic-speaking people from Ireland who settled in western Scotland. The name became widely used as a first name in the 20th century, peaking in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. It was borne by the famous Antarctic explorer Robert Falcon Scott and the celebrated American novelist F. Scott Fitzgerald. Scott carries a sturdy, reliable quality — straightforward and masculine in its single-syllable simplicity.
Scott Around the World
Scott is used in 3 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
Female FormScota
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Scott
Famous People Named Scott
- F. Scott Fitzgerald — American novelist, author of The Great Gatsby
- Scott Joplin — American composer and pianist, King of Ragtime
- Ridley Scott — English film director
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Scott mean?
Scott is a boy name of English origin meaning "From Scotland, a Scotsman." Scott originated as an English and Scottish surname meaning "a Scotsman" or "a person from Scotland," derived from the Latin "Scottus." The Scots were originally a Gaelic-speaking people from Ireland who settled in western Scotland.
How do you pronounce Scott?
Scott is pronounced SKOT. Common variations include Scot, Scottie.
Is Scott a boy name?
Yes, Scott is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Scotty, Scottie.
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