Embrace the rich heritage of Scotland with this diverse list of 101 Scottish cat names. Each name in this collection is imbued with the history, mythology, and natural beauty of Scotland, making them perfect for your feline friend.
From “Alba,” the Gaelic word for Scotland, symbolizing the country’s pride and spirit, to “Bonnie,” reflecting the beauty and charm of the Scottish people and landscape, these names offer a variety of options for every cat’s personality and appearance. Whether inspired by the ruggedness of “Bruce,” named after the famous Scottish king, the tranquility of “Glen,” evoking images of serene valleys, or the uniqueness of “Weir,” reminiscent of the alder tree, there’s a name here to suit every type of feline companion.
This list is ideal for cat owners seeking a name that captures the essence of Scotland’s rich cultural tapestry and breathtaking scenery, offering a touch of Scottish flair and a nod to your cat’s noble nature.
| Name | Significance |
|---|---|
| Adair | From the oak tree ford |
| Ailsa | From Ailsa Craig, a rocky islet |
| Alba | Gaelic for Scotland |
| Angus | Unique choice, a Scottish region |
| Annabel | Beautiful, loving |
| Archie | True and bold |
| Arran | After the Isle of Arran |
| Artair | Scottish form of Arthur |
| Bairn | Scottish for child, a cute pick |
| Balfour | From the grazing land |
| Barra | After the Isle of Barra |
| Blair | From the fields |
| Bonnie | Pretty, attractive |
| Boyd | Yellow-haired |
| Brodie | Little ridge |
| Bruce | Famous Scottish king |
| Cailean | Young dog |
| Caitir | Pure, clear |
| Calum | Dove, symbol of peace |
| Camdyn | Winding valley |
| Chalmer | Lord of the household |
| Clyde | River in Scotland |
| Coinneach | Handsome, fair |
| Crerar | Heartfelt |
| Davina | Beloved |
| Donalda | World ruler |
| Dougal | Dark stranger |
| Duncan | Dark warrior |
| Eachann | Horse lord |
| Eilidh | Light, sun ray |
| Elspeth | Scottish form of Elizabeth |
| Ewan | Born of the yew tree |
| Fergus | Man of strength |
| Fiona | Fair, white |
| Flora | Flower |
| Fraser | Of the forest men |
| Gavin | White hawk |
| Gilchrist | Christ’s servant |
| Glen | Valley |
| Gordon | Spacious fort |
| Graham | Gravelly homestead |
| Greer | Watchful, vigilant |
| Hamish | Supplanter |
| Heather | Flowering plant common in Scotland |
| Ian | God is gracious |
| Innes | From the river island |
| Isla | After the Isle of Islay |
| Ivor | Archer, bow warrior |
| Jaimie | Supplanter |
| Jock | Scottish form of Jack |
| Kenzie | The fair one |
| Kerr | Left-handed |
| Kester | Bearing Christ |
| Kyle | Narrow, strait |
| Lachlan | From the land of the lochs |
| Laird | Lord of the land |
| Lassie | Young girl, maiden |
| Leith | River in Scotland |
| Lennox | With many elm trees |
| Leslie | Garden of holly |
| Lorna | Fox |
| Lyle | The island |
| Mairi | Bitter, beloved |
| Malcolm | Devotee of Saint Columba |
| Mirren | Sea, ocean |
| Moira | Exceptional |
| Morag | Great, sun |
| Murdo | Seafarer |
| Nairne | Dweller at the alder river |
| Neil | Champion |
| Nessa | Pure, chaste |
| Olaf | Ancestor’s relic |
| Oran | Pale green |
| Paisley | Church, cemetery |
| Paton | Royal |
| Piper | Pipe player |
| Raibeart | Bright fame |
| Rona | Rough island |
| Rory | Red king |
| Rose | Flower, a classic |
| Ross | Promontory, headland |
| Rowan | Little red one |
| Roy | Red-haired |
| Senga | Agnes spelled backwards |
| Shona | God is gracious |
| Skye | After the Isle of Skye |
| Sorley | Summer traveler |
| Struan | Stream |
| Tavish | Twin |
| Teague | Poet, philosopher |
| Torquil | Thor’s cauldron |
| Trystan | Riot, tumult |
| Uisdean | Intelligent |
| Vaila | Foreign isle |
| Wallace | Foreigner, stranger |
| Weir | Alder tree |
| Wemyss | From the caves |
| Yule | Born at Christmas |
