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Scottie

♂ Boy

Pronounced SKOT-ee /ˈskɒt.i/High

Meaning: From Scotland; a person from Scotland; English pet form of Scott, from Old English Scottas (the Scots, the Irish — originally referring to Gaelic speakers)High

In 30 seconds: An English diminutive of Scott, originally meaning 'a person from Scotland' or a Gael. Associated with Scottie Pippen, the six-time NBA champion who was Michael Jordan's essential partner, and with Scotty on Star Trek.
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Origin HighEnglish, Scottish
MeaningFrom Scotland; a person from Scotland; English pet form of Scott, from Old English Scottas (the Scots, the Irish — originally referring to Gaelic speakers)
U.S. rank (2025)#909 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births262 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1971
Total births (all-time)≈ 11,157

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197119132025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Scottie is an English diminutive of Scott, from Old English Scottas (the Scots, originally referring to Irish Gaelic speakers who settled Scotland). As a given name it is a modern American surname-diminutive.

Scottie ranked #1190 for boys in 2024.

Did you know? Scottie Pippen (born 1965) is widely considered the greatest co-star in NBA history — his combination with Michael Jordan won the Chicago Bulls six championships. ESPN rated the Pippen-Jordan duo the greatest partnership in sports history.
Overall data confidence 89%
Behind the Name — Scott — Old English etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

ScottScotty

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Scottie Pippen (1965–present)
    American NBA player, six-time champion with the Chicago Bulls alongside Michael Jordan.

If you like Scottie…

Scott— the full form from which Scottie derives
Scotty— the -y variant spelling of the same name
Ronnie— two-syllable -ie ending diminutive name from the same American tradition
Jimmie— two-syllable -ie ending diminutive from the same era
Freddie— two-syllable -ie ending diminutive with the same vintage feel

Frequently Asked

What does the name Scottie mean?

Scottie means 'from Scotland,' an English pet form of Scott, from Old English Scottas (the Scots, originally Irish Gaelic speakers).

How do you pronounce Scottie?

It's said SKOT-ee — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Scottie a boy or girl name?

Scottie is used as a boys' name.

How popular is Scottie?

Scottie ranked #1190 for U.S. boys in 2024.