The nameScott
Scott is a Scottish name, given steadily in France since the 1990s.
- Boy's name
- Scottish
Meaning
Scott means "a Scot".
Origin
Scottish, from a surname.
History
Found in France since the 1950s, Scott has been given steadily since the 1990s, with a peak in the late 2010s.
Popularity of the name Scott
Scott in France
715thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2022peak year (70 births)
1,890babies named Scott in France since 1900
Scott was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 490 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Scott. Its rise began around 1956, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Scott in France were born before 2007, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 54 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Scott mean?
Scott means "a Scot".
What is the origin of the name Scott?
Scottish, from a surname.
Is Scott a girl's or a boy's name?
Scott is a boy's name.