Scot
boy name#10695 in 2025Scot entered the US charts in 1940, peaked at #310 in 1970, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1940–2025
#10695
rank today
#310
peak (1970)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2157 |
| 1950s | #542 |
| 1960s | #337 |
| 1970s | #467 |
| 1980s | #849 |
| 1990s | #1684 |
| 2000s | #4347 |
| 2010s | #8622 |
| 2020s | #10447 |
Living bearers
About 11,500 people named Scot are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Scot alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Scot in 2025?
- Scot ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Scot most popular?
- Scot peaked in 1970, reaching #310 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Scot with classmates?
- Scot will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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