Scot Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Scot' has its origins in Old English and Latin, signifying a person from Scotland. It reflects a strong cultural identity tied to Scottish heritage. It has evolved through various historical forms and maintains a sense of tradition and pride. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity during the medieval period. Common variants include 'Scott' and 'Scotty', and it is currently perceived positively, often associated with strength and cultural depth.
The name Scot is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Scot has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Scot' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4396th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 439th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 401st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1052nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3844th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9776th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Scot' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Scot"
Pronunciation
/skɒt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name 'Scot' originates from the Latin 'Scotus', which refers to a Gael and, by extension, to the Irish. It is derived from the word 'Scotia', which was used in medieval times to refer to Ireland.
Meaning
Scottish person
Language Evolution
Scotus (Latin), Scot (Old English), Scot (Middle English), Scot (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in England and Scotland, as a designation for people from Scotland or of Scottish descent.
Variants & Derivatives
Scott, Scotty, Scottie
Modern Popularity & Image
The name 'Scot' is seen as a strong, traditional name associated with Scottish heritage. It evokes images of rugged landscapes and a proud cultural identity.
Famous People
Scott Wolf, Scot McKnight, Scotty Cameron
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Scot"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Scot"
"Scot" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4396th of 6773 | 41 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 439th of 7552 | 5,455 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 401st of 10718 | 6,256 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1052nd of 16616 | 1,507 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3844th of 24088 | 378 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9776th of 23106 | 78 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Scot" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
14.28% 318th/2227 |
15.27% 371st/2430 |
24.82% 708th/2853 |
13.30% 369th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
9.36% 275th/2937 |
9.68% 337th/3483 |
17.40% 612th/3518 |
10.29% 416th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.55% 794th/3685 |
25.56% 1144th/4475 |
31.09% 1615th/5194 |
19.36% 1223rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
70.82% 3657th/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
51.03% 3808th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Scot" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Scot"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Scot" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.