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Scottland

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Pronounced SKOT-lund /ˈskɑt.lənd/High

Meaning: Scottland respells Scotland, 'the land of the Scots' — from the Latin Scoti, a name once given to Gaelic-speaking raiders from Ireland. The doubled t nods to the first name Scott.Low

In 30 seconds: A place name with a personal twist: Scottland respells Scotland, 'land of the Scots' (said 'SKOT-lund').
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningScottland respells Scotland, 'the land of the Scots' — from the Latin Scoti, a name once given to Gaelic-speaking raiders from Ireland. The doubled t nods to the first name Scott.
U.S. rank (2024)#13194
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 7

History & Origin

Scottland is a respelling of Scotland — 'the land of the Scots,' from Latin Scoti, a term first applied to Gaelic raiders and settlers from Ireland. Place names have long served as American first names (Ireland, Dakota, Georgia), and the extra t here quietly folds in the given name Scott (said 'SKOT-lund').

It appears only very rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, place-rooted, and sturdy.

Did you know? The Scoti were originally Gaelic-speakers from Ireland; the land they settled in the north took their name, and centuries later it became a first name too.
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Scottland — Respelling of Scotland; Latin Scoti; place name

Variations

ScotlandScotlynScotti

Nicknames

ScottieScottLanie

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If you like Scottland…

Scotland— the standard spelling of the same name
Ireland— a like country place name
Holland— another -land place pick
Island— shares Scottland's English roots
Scotlynd— shares the -nd ending

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Scottland mean?

Scottland respells Scotland, 'the land of the Scots.'

How do you pronounce Scottland?

It's said SKOT-lund /ˈskɑt.lənd/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Scottland a boy or girl name?

Scottland is used here for a girl; place names of this kind are used for both.

How popular is Scottland?

Scottland is very rare in the U.S.

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