How Many People Are Named Scotland?
Complete statistics for the name Scotland: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Scotland is a very rare female name, with only 884 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 373,352 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with 95% of its bearers being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 12All 893 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Scotland Through the Generations
Scotland stands out as a name that's gaining traction among younger generations. With 102 births in 2024 marking its peak, the name has seen a surge in popularity. The average age of those named Scotland is 12, indicating that it's primarily embraced by parents of the current generation. Of the 884 living individuals, 844 are under 30, while only 49 are between 30 and 60, and none are over 60, highlighting its status as a contemporary choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Scotland's English place name roots
📄 About the Name Scotland
How Many People Have the Name Scotland?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 971 people in the United States currently share the name Scotland. That works out to roughly 1 in every 341,348 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Scotland a Common or Rare Name?
Scotland is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Scotland Mean?
Scotland means "Place name" and comes from English place name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Scotland in SSA data, approximately 29% are male and 71% are female.
When Was Scotland Most Popular?
The name Scotland reached peak popularity in 2024, with 102 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Scotland?
Approximately 971 people named Scotland live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 971. That works out to roughly 1 in 341,348 Americans.
Is Scotland a rare name?
Scotland is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 341,348 Americans has this name.
What does the name Scotland mean?
Scotland means "Place name" and comes from English place name origins.
Is Scotland more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 29% of people named Scotland are male and 71% are female.
When was Scotland most popular?
Scotland peaked in 2024 with 102 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.