NAME PROFILE
Scott
Scott is of Scottish origin, meaning 'from Scotland' or 'Gaelic speaker.' The name embodies a strong connection to Scottish heritage and evokes a sense of pride, adventure, and resilience.
Key Stats
| Total births | 777,605 |
| Gender | Male (99% / 1%) |
| Peak year | 1971 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%IL — 20%PA — 20%OH — 20%TX — 19%
Notable People
Scott Fitzgerald (Author, *The Great Gatsby*) · Scott Adkins (Actor, martial artist) · Scott Wolf (Actor, *Party of Five*) · Scott Caan (Actor, *Hawaii Five-0*) · Scott McCall (Fictional character, *Teen Wolf*)
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