Scott
boy name#534 in 2025Scott entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #10 in 1971, ranks #534 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#534
rank today
#10
peak (1971)
561
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #237 |
| 1890s | #292 |
| 1900s | #359 |
| 1910s | #414 |
| 1920s | #437 |
| 1930s | #405 |
| 1940s | #204 |
| 1950s | #44 |
| 1960s | #15 |
| 1970s | #20 |
| 1980s | #41 |
| 1990s | #90 |
| 2000s | #235 |
| 2010s | #439 |
| 2020s | #576 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Scott has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 664,000 people named Scott are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Scott alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Scott in 2025?
- Scott ranks #534 among US boy names in 2025, with 561 babies given the name.
- When was the name Scott most popular?
- Scott peaked in 1971, reaching #10 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Scott with classmates?
- Scott will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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