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14 unique summer Scottish baby names with their origins and meaningsThe Daily Record has put together a list of Scots names inspired by the warmest season.CommentsScotland NowAlexander Smail

Tourism Writer16:00, 05 Jul 2024Updated 09:34, 04 Jun 2025A mother holds her baby and looks away while sitting on a blanket and having a picnic in a sunny day in a public park in Edinburgh,

Scotland, UK(Image: Carlos G. Lopez / Getty Images) June is here at last. Although the sun isn't shining in every corner of the country, summer is only just beginning.

As we move into the new month, we are entering summer baby season. If you are expecting a bundle of joy over the coming months, there is no better way to celebrate than by giving them a

unique name inspired by summer.

‌ The Daily Record recently rounded up some of the most unique Scottish baby names that were only used a few times in 2024. Now, we are taking a look at summer specifically.

‌ The warmest time of the year offers plenty of inspiration when it comes to baby names. From monikers inspired by Scotland's landscapes, to ones named after popular holiday destinations,

these are all great choices when it comes to naming a little one.

Read on for a roundup of 14 summery Scottish baby names, as well as a look into their history and meanings.

Flòraidh(Image: Westend61 / Getty Images)Article continues below First up is the gorgeous Scottish girls' name Flòraidh, which has both Scottish and Latin ties. Flòraidh is a version of the

Latin name Flora, which means 'flower'.

When it comes to summertime, many of us think of lush gardens bursting with colour. The name is also associated with the hero Flora MacDonald, who is said to have helped Bonnie Prince

Charlie escape capture following the defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1746.

Isla Next is Isla, which perhaps unsurprisingly means 'island'. It is thought to derive from Islay, an island in the Inner Hebrides known for its various whisky distilleries.

‌ While Islay—or any island in Scotland—isn't exactly known for its balmy temperatures, we would be lying if we said the name Isla doesn't instantly conjure up images of summer.

Scottish historyBattle of Culloden to be investigatedScottish island with Viking ruins​The 'cosy' 16th century Scottish pubScotland's ancient Easter traditionsBoyd The name Boyd has both

Scottish and Irish origins. It is widely considered to mean 'yellow-haired' or 'blond', deriving from the Gaelic word 'buidhe'.

‌ It is also thought that the name Boyd might come from 'Bóid', which is the Gaelic name for the Isle of Bute in the Firth of Clyde. With Bute being a classic holiday destination, it makes

for a great summer name for a baby boy.

SkyeSkye looks absolutely gorgeous over the summer(Image: Ulrike Schmitt-Hartmann / Getty Images) Similar to Isla, Skye is a Scottish name that comes from an island in the Inner Hebrides.

Perhaps unlike Islay, though, Skye has long been a top summer holiday destination for families across Scotland.

‌ If you have fond memories of heading to the island as a kid over the summer months, the name Skye could be the perfect choice for your daughter.

Sorley/Somhairle Sorley is an English version of the Gaelic name Somhairle. It is believed to mean 'summer wanderer', though 'summer sailor' is another possible interpretation.

While you don't see many people named Sorley these days, long ago it was a popular choice in Scotland. One of the most famous Scots with the name was Sorley MacLean, who was among the most

important Scots poets of the 20th century.

‌READ MORE: Five Scottish beachside Airbnbs you can stay in for summer holidayAnnan This ancient Scottish name means 'brook' or 'from the stream'. If you close your eyes and try to imagine a

summer day, odds are that the tranquil sounds of a babbling brook will come to mind.

While originally a surname, Annan has become more and more popular as a first name over the years.

BlairThere is nothing more summery than a meadow on a sunny day(Image: Origovisualis / Getty Images)‌ The name Blair comes from the Gaelic word 'blàr', which means 'plain', 'field', or

'meadow'. The Gaelic translation is also said to mean 'child of the fields', making the name a great choice if you live somewhere rural.

Unlike many of the picks on this roundup, Blair is a popular choice for both boys and girls. It is also associated with the word 'battle', so is ideal for those after a strong-sounding

moniker.

Barclay Barclay is a traditional Scottish and English name that has a lovely meaning connected to nature. It means 'birch-wood' or 'birch tree meadow'.

‌ Again, it is hard to think of a more perfect depiction of summer than that. Also,l just like Annan, Barclay has historically been a last name but is seeing more usage as first name these

days.

READ MORE: The Scottish village home to seafood restaurant with fish and chips 'to die for'Dallas Your first reaction to seeing the name Dallas might be that it isn't Scottish at all, but

rather American. While Dallas is indeed the name of a city in Texas, it is also a moniker with Scottish roots.

It comes from the Gaelic words 'dail' and 'fos', meaning 'meadow' and 'dwelling' respectively. It doesn't get much more summery than the image of a green meadow.

‌Dalziel Another Gaelic name, Dalziel is derived from the word 'dal-gheail'. This translates roughly to 'white meadow'.

Dalziel is also said to mean 'bright dale', referring to a Scottish words for an open valley. It conjures up images of a beautiful glen illuminated by the sun's rays on a summer day.

DuneThere are beaches all over Scotland with picturesque sand dunes(Image: Westend61 / Getty Images)‌ The name Dune probably instantly makes you think of the epic 2021 blockbuster of the

same name. However, it is actually a traditional Scottish name as well.

Just like the movie, though, it does in fact mean 'sand hill'. What better pick for your summer-born little one—especially if you are a movie buff.

Morag Morag is an interesting one, in that it has both Scottish and Hebrew roots. It deriving from the Gaelic word 'mór'.

‌ Morag means both 'great' and 'sun'. If you are looking for a nice summery name, the sun seems like a pretty good inspiration.

READ MORE: Nostalgic household items every Scottish '90s kid will remember fondlyMoray The name Moray may look similar to Morag, but it has a very different meaning. However, it is just as

good a choice for a Scottish summer baby.

As most Scots know, Moray is a stunning region of the country with a coastline on the Moray Firth. The word itself, meanwhile, comes from the Gaelic word 'moireabh' and is thought by some to

mean 'settlement by the sea'.

Article continues belowSorcha This lovely girls' name has strong Gaelic roots, meaning 'bright' or 'shining'. It comes from the words 'soirche' and 'sorchae', which translate to

'brightness'.

If your bundle of joy wasn't already enough of a ray of sunshine, you can literally name them after one.

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