Discover the Latest Scottish Baby Boy Names for 2025: Modern and Meaningful
Choosing the perfect name for your baby boy is a special task, and in 2025, the trend is all about combining tradition with modernity. Scottish baby names are known for their deep meanings, often inspired by cultural values, mythology, and nature. Whether you're looking for something traditional with a fresh twist or a unique modern name, this list of 2025’s top Scottish baby boy names will inspire you.
For parents seeking meaningful names, options like Abhainn (meaning 'River.') and Balgaire (meaning 'Fox.') are great choices. Names like Arjun and Krishna bring a blend of cultural heritage and modern appeal. If you're looking for something more unique, consider names like Damh (meaning 'Ox.') or Earie (meaning 'From the east.').
These names not only reflect cultural pride but also have a contemporary sound, making them perfect for modern parents. Explore the latest collection and find a name that resonates with your family’s values while staying up to date with 2025 trends.
Name | Pronunciation | Meaning | Genger | Numerology |
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Abhainn | River. | Boy | 4 | |
Acair | Anchor. | Boy | 5 | |
Acaiseid | Anchor. | Boy | 6 | |
Achaius | Friend of a horse. | Boy | 8 | |
Balgaire | Fox. | Boy | 1 | |
Damh | Ox. | Boy | 8 | |
Danny | A diminutive of the Hebrew Daniel, meaning God has judged, or God is judge, frequently used as an independent name. 'Danny Boy' is a Famous Scottish folk song. | Boy | 4 | |
Darach | Oak. | Boy | 8 | |
Dave | Diminutive of David: Beloved or friend, adopted from the Hebrew. David was a common name of Scottish kings in the Middle Ages. | Boy | 5 | |
Earie | From the east. | Boy | 2 | |
Edom | A variant of Adam, meaning 'of the red earth.'. | Boy | 1 | |
Eideard | Rich protector. | Boy | 1 | |
Eilig | From the deer pass. | Boy | 6 | |
Faing | From the sheep pen. | Boy | 1 | |
Fang | From the sheep pen. | Boy | 1 | |
Farlan | Son of the furrows. | Boy | 7 | |
Farlane | Son of the furrows. | Boy | 3 | |
Gair | Short. | Boy | 8 | |
Gare | Short. | Boy | 4 | |
Gavan | White hawk. From the medieval name Gawain. See also Gwayne. | Boy | 9 | |
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Gaven | White hawk. | Boy | 4 | |
Hamilton | A Scottish surname and place name of one of the great noble families of Scotland, and used as a given name since the 19th century. | Boy | 2 | |
Hamish | James - in Gaelic, Seumas, Seanius. | Boy | 4 | |
Harailt | Leader. | Boy | 6 | |
Hay | From the stockade. | Boy | 7 | |
Iain | Scottish variant of Ian: 'Gift from God'. | Boy | 6 | |
Ian | Gift from God The Gaelic form of the name John. | Boy | 6 | |
Innes | From Innes. | Boy | 7 | |
Irvin | Variant of Ervin: Beautiful. | Boy | 9 | |
Jackie | God has been gracious, has shown favor. Based on John or Jacques. | Boy | 3 | |
Jackson | God has been gracious, has shown favor. Based on John or Jacques. | Boy | 1 | |
Jacky | God has been gracious, has shown favor. Based on John or Jacques. | Boy | 5 | |
Jaime | Variant of Jacob Supplanter. | Boy | 2 | |
Kade | From the wetlands. | Boy | 3 | |
Kai | Fire. | Boy | 3 | |
Kam | Form of Cameron 'crooked nose.'. | Boy | 7 | |
Kamden | Winding Valley. Form of Camden. | Boy | 3 | |
Lachlan | Warlike. Land of Fjords (referring to the Vikings). From the land of lakes. | Boy | 6 | |
Laine | Serves John. | Boy | 5 | |
Laird | Lord, landed gentry | Boy | 8 | |
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Lamond | Clan name. Surname. | Boy | 5 | |
Mac | Son of. | Boy | 8 | |
MacAdhamh | Son of Adam. | Boy | 7 | |
MacAlister | Son of Alasdair. | Boy | 2 | |
MacAlpin | Son of Alpine. | Boy | 6 | |
Oidhche | Night. | Boy | 7 | |
Padruig | Royal. | Boy | 4 | |
Ramzey | Ram's island. | Boy | 7 | |
Ramzi | Ram's island. | Boy | 4 | |
Ranald | Rules with counsel. Form of Ronald. | Boy | 5 | |
Ray | Grace. | Boy | 8 | |
Sandy | Abbreviation of Alexander defender of man. | Boy | 9 | |
Sclymgeour | Fighter. | Boy | 3 | |
Scot | Wanderer. | Boy | 3 | |
Scott | Scottish, wanderer. | Boy | 5 | |
Taffy | Diminutive of David: Beloved or friend, adopted from the Hebrew. David was a common name of Scottish kings in the Middle Ages. | Boy | 4 | |
Tamnais | Twin. | Boy | 5 | |
Taveon | Variant of Thomas 'twin.'. | Boy | 5 | |
Tavey | Twin. | Boy | 1 |