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Raymond vs Scott

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Scott

Boy #566 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Scotland, a Scotsman"

Origin: Old English/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
517
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Raymond Rank #380
Scott Rank #566

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 vs #566 for Scott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond or Scott more popular?

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 compared to Scott at #566 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Scott mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin).

Are Raymond and Scott boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Scott is primarily a boy name.

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