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Scott vs Raymond

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

Scott Rank #566
Raymond Rank #380

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott or Raymond more popular?

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

What do Scott and Raymond mean?

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

Are Scott and Raymond boy or girl names?

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

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