Scott vs Lewis

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

Popularity Comparison

Scott Rank #566
Lewis Rank #435

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #566 for Scott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott or Lewis more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Scott at #566 in the United States.

What do Scott and Lewis mean?

Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin). Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Scott and Lewis boy or girl names?

Scott is primarily a boy name. Lewis is primarily a boy name.

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