163 Scottish Baby Girl Names

Scottish baby girl names never fail to conjure up the history, language, and mythology of Scotland. In fact, many of these beautiful and memorable names hark back to the people, places, and features that make the country so special. From heroes and queens to rivers and islands, you’re spoiled for choice.

So, if you want to honor your family’s Scots heritage, or you’re simply looking for a unique baby name for your little lass, choosing a Scottish girl name is a great choice. And here, we’ve compiled the ultimate list of Scottish baby girl names to help you decide.

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Popular Scottish girl names and meanings

According to the National Records of Scotland, the top ten names for girls in Scotland for 2020 includes Emily, Amelia, Grace, Ava, and Lily. These classic girl names hold a universal appeal that isn’t fading anytime soon!

But if you’re looking to learn more about names that are rich in Scottish history and tradition, look no further. Read on to discover the most popular Scottish baby girl names and their meanings:

1. Isla: Taking the top spot for 2020, this natural name is inspired by the majestic River Isla that flows through the Grampians in northern Scotland. If you listen closely, you can almost hear the lapping of the waves on the island of Islay, which is where this name originates. Bliss.

2. Olivia: Branch out with this ancient Scottish name, meaning “olive tree.” It’s thought that the Scottish origin of Olivia comes from the Old Norse name Oleifr. The earliest version of the name was written in 1086 in the Domesday book, so we can safely say it’s a traditional Scottish girl’s name.

3. Ella: Conjuring up images of glens and mystical landscapes, this popular name means “light” or “beautiful fairy woman.” Fitting for a little girl!

4. Sophie: A popular choice of name across the globe, Sophie is an anglicized version of Sophia, and its Scottish origins lie in the Gaelic name Beathag, which means “wise and intelligent.”

5. Freya: Sharing Scottish and Norse roots, the name Freya is associated with the goddess of love and maternity. This name is considered a highly feminine choice within classical mythology as translated it means “lady.” As far as cute Scottish girl names go, this one’s a winner.

What are good Scottish girl names?

When it comes to finding the perfect name for your little girl, there’s an incredible amount of choice out there, Scottish or otherwise.

To help make your search a little easier, we’ve made a list of our favorite Scottish female names below, sorted into alphabetical order. Scroll on and enjoy!

Scottish baby girl names: A-E

6. Abigail
7. Ada
8. Aila
9. Ailsa
10. Alba (Meaning “white” in Latin, it’s also the Scottish Gaelic name for Scotland.)
11. Alexandra
12. Amber
13. Amy
14. Annie
15. Arabella
16. Arya (With the success of Game of Thrones it’s little wonder this particular name is so popular!)
17. Aurora. (This name is inspired by the infamous “Northern Lights” or aurora borealis, which can sometimes be seen in this beautiful part of the world.)
18. Bella
19. Bethany
20. Billie
21. Blake
22. Bonnie (In the Scots language the word “bonnie” means pretty. You may have heard people using the term “bonnie lass.”)
23. Brooke
24. Cali
25. Callie (Callie could stem from “Caledonia,” the ancient name for Scotland. Callie means “from the forest.”)
26. Cara
27. Charlotte
28. Chloe
29. Clara
30. Connie
31. Cora
32. Daisy
33. Darcey
34. Darcie
35. Darcy
36. Eden
37. Edith
38. Effie
39. Eleanor
    Elena
40. Eliza
41. Elizabeth
42. Eloise
43. Elsie
44. Emilie
45. Emma
46. Erin
47. Esme
48. Eva
49. Eve
50. Evelyn
51. Evie

Scottish baby girl names: F-N

53. Faith
54. Fiadh
55. Flora
56. Florence
57. Francesca
58. Gabriella
59. Georgie
60. Gracie
61. Halle
62. Hallie
63. Hanna
64. Hannah
65. Harley
66. Harlow
67. Harper
68. Harriet
69. Hayley
70. Hazel
71. Heidi
72. Hollie
73. Holly
74. Hope
75. Imogen
76. Indie
77. Iris
78. Isabella (Strike a regal tone with Isabella, one of the most common names for the Queens of Scotland throughout history.)
79. Isobel
80. Ivy
81. Jasmine
82. Jessica
83. Julia
84. Katie
85. Kayla
86. Keira
87. Lacey
88. Lana
89. Lara
90. Layla
91. Leah
92. Lena
93. Lillie
94. Lola
95. Lottie
96. Lucia
97. Lucie
98. Lucy
99. Luna
100. Lyla
101. Lyra
102. Maddison
103. Maeve (Meaning “intoxicating,” Maeve has accelerated in popularity, climbing 130 places in Scotland since 2019!)
104. Maisie
105. Maja
106. Maria
107. Marnie
108. Matilda
109. Maya
110. Megan
111. Mia
112. Mila
113. Millie
114. Mirren
115. Mollie
116. Molly
117. Mya
118. Myla
119. Naomi
120. Niamh
121. Nina
122. Nora
123. Norah
124. Nova

Scottish baby girl names: O-Z

125. Orla
126. Orlagh
127. Paige
128. Paisley
129. Penelope
130. Penny
131. Peyton
132. Phoebe
133. Piper
134. Pippa
135. Poppy
136. Quinn
137. Rebecca
138. Remi
139. Riley
140. Robyn
141. Rosa
142. Rose
143. Rosie
144. Ruby
145. Sadie (From the Hebrew word “Sarai” meaning “Queen” or “Princess,” Sadie is most popular in Scotland as a pet name for “Sarah.”)
146. Sara
147. Sarah
148. Scarlett
149. Sienna
150. Skylar
151. Sofia
152. Sophia
153. Summer
154. Thea
155. Victoria
156. Violet
157. Willow
158. Zara
159. Zoe

How about Scottish Gaelic girl names?

Scottish Gaelic is an important part of the country’s linguistic and cultural heritage. It’s the native language of Scotland, and while only around 1% of the Scottish population speak Gaelic today, its influence is far-reaching. This is particularly true in the Highlands and Islands, where many of the most popular Scottish girl’s names were born.

So, to round off our list, here are a few popular Gaelic names we think you’ll love:

160. Eilidh: We all know how important the sun is, especially in the Northern Hemisphere! To be given this name, which means ‘sun’ or ‘radiant one,’ is a sure sign of good luck and prosperity.

161. Skye: Named after the largest of the Inner Hebrides isles, Skye’s Gaelic name means ‘island of the mist’ and is home to diverse wildlife and stunning peaks. Famous fiction writer Neil Gaiman also has a house here!

162. Iona: The holy isle of Iona is situated in the Inner Hebrides and housed a monastery for St Columba and his followers, still visited by pilgrims today.

163. Rowan: This botanical name rolls off the tongue. With links to the rowan tree, it means “ash red” in Gaelic.

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There you have it! Some of the best Scottish girl names for your little lass.

Are you still hunting for the perfect name? Complete your tour of the UK & Ireland with these 92 English names for girls, these 75 Welsh baby girl names, and these 87 Irish baby girl names.

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