Scott
Meaning: From Scotland, Scottish person, wanderer
Origin: English/Gaelic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #25
Total births: 22,624
History: Scott peaked in the 1970s-80s in Australia. Scott Morrison served as Prime Minister. The name has a straightforward, no-frills Australian character. Scott represents the quintessential Australian bloke — practical, direct, and ready to fire up the barbie.
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| Current rank (1999) | #95 |
| Babies named Scott in 1999 | 94 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 22,624 |
| Peak year | 1971 (1,048 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 1957–1999 (43 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 46 spots |
Frequently asked about Scott
What does the name Scott mean?
Scott means “From Scotland, Scottish person, wanderer” from English/Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Scott?
Scott has English/Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “From Scotland, Scottish person, wanderer”.
How popular is Scott in Australia?
Scott ranked #95 in Australia in 1999 — given to 94 babies that year.
When was Scott most popular?
Scott peaked in 1971 with 1,048 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Scott a boy or girl name?
Scott is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Scotts in registered births are male.
Is the name Scott rising or falling in popularity?
Scott has fallen 46 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #49 in 1994 to #95 in 1999.
How long has Scott been recorded in Australia?
Scott appears in birth records in Australia across 43 years — from 1957 through 1999.