Scottish Gaelic baby names
Names tagged with “Scottish Gaelic” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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10 names
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- Kiora
Celtic
84From Gaelic meaning 'dark' or 'dark-haired', with modern associations to the ocean and water through Irish mythology
- Allina
Celtic
84From Gaelic meaning 'fair' or 'bright', possibly related to the name Aileen. A melodic Celtic variant with modern appeal.
- Lynnsey
Celtic
76Modern feminine variant of Lynn, from Old English 'lake' combined with the Scottish suffix -sey, meaning 'from the lake'
- Kamonie
Celtic
70Possibly derived from Celtic roots relating to harmony or a variant of Caoimhe (beautiful, kind). Modern coinage blending traditional Celtic sounds.
- Klahni
Celtic
70Possibly derived from Gaelic elements meaning 'lake' or 'narrow', with uncertain but evocative roots in Scottish Highland naming traditions.
- Alaiyna
Celtic
70Modern variation of Alaina/Alana, derived from Gaelic elements meaning 'fair' and 'bright', with contemporary spelling.
- Lailyn
Celtic
55Modern variation blending Lai (joy) with the suffix -lyn. A contemporary Celtic name with lyrical qualities.
- Lun
Celtic
40From Scottish Gaelic meaning 'grove' or 'small pool', associated with natural water sources and woodland settings.
- Nayden
Scottish
40Modern Scottish name, likely a variant of Aidan or influenced by Scandinavian 'Nay' elements. Associated with brightness and modernity.
- Summar
Celtic
10From Scots Gaelic 'samhradh' meaning 'summer'; evokes warmth, light, and the bright season.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
