Scot Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Scot Name at a Glance

Name	Scot
Meaning	From Scotland; a Gael. Diminutive of Scott.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Scot Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Scot means “From Scotland; a Gael. Diminutive of Scott”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Scot Name Origin

Our database records Scot under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Scot a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Scot is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Scot

When considering Scot for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.