"person from Scotland"
Origin: Latin/Old English
Language: English
Scottie
Pronunciation: [ sk-AHT-ee ]
Girl Name
#201 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
Scotland's spirited nickname — bold, charming, and unafraid
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Scottish
English
Modern
Playful
Bold
Earthy
Vintage
Meaning & Origin
"Gael, wanderer"
Origin: Medieval Latin
Language: Latin
The Story of Scottie
Scottie is a diminutive of Scott, which derives from the Latin 'Scotti' — the Roman Latin name for the Irish/Scottish Gaelic peoples who settled northern Britain from Ireland around the 5th century AD. The Scotti gave their name to Scotland itself. As a given name, Scottie/Scotty has long been used as a warm nickname for Scott and increasingly appears as an independent name, particularly for girls in the 2010s-20s.
Scottie entered the US girls' name charts around 2015, riding the wave of gender-neutral and traditionally masculine names being adopted for girls. The name Scottie Thompson's appearance in Cobra Kai (2018-2021) and the cultural legacy of Scottie Pippen helped familiarize American ears with the name.
Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott from Star Trek made 'Beam me up, Scotty!' one of pop culture's most famous catchphrases (though the exact phrase was never said verbatim in the original series). Scottie Pippen's legendary career as Michael Jordan's partner in six NBA championships made the name synonymous with elite teamwork. The Scottish Terrier ('Scottie dog') is one of the world's most recognized dog breeds.
Fun Facts
- Scottie Pippen was named to the NBA's 50 Greatest Players and is considered the greatest small forward of his generation
- 'Beam me up, Scotty' is one of the most misquoted phrases in pop culture — the exact phrase was never used in the original Star Trek series
- The Scottish Terrier is one of only three breeds in the American Kennel Club's history to have lived in the White House (with FDR's Fala)
Scottie in Other Languages
French
Scottie
German
Scottie
Spanish
Scottie
Scottish
Scottie
Famous People Named Scottie
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Scottie Thompson
Actor
1984
American actress known for her role in Cobra Kai and NCIS
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Scottie Pippen
Athlete
1965
American NBA basketball player; six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls alongside Michael Jordan, considered one of...
American NBA basketball player; six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls alongside Michael Jordan, considered one of the greatest all-around players ever
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Montgomery "Scotty" Scott Fictional
Other
The legendary chief engineer of the USS Enterprise in Star Trek, famous for the line "She's giving all she's got, Captai...
The legendary chief engineer of the USS Enterprise in Star Trek, famous for the line "She's giving all she's got, Captain!"
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #201
- Total SSA Count
- 1,517
- Cultural Origins
- American Scottish English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Scott
Pairs Well With
Scottie Mae
Scottie Jean
Scottie Jo
Scottie Rose
Scottie Grace
Scottie Lynn
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Scottie is also used as a boy name, ranked #1191.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scottie
What does the name Scottie mean?
"person from Scotland" (from Latin/Old English). "Gael, wanderer" (from Medieval Latin). Scottie is a diminutive of Scott, which derives from the Latin 'Scotti' — the Roman Latin name for the Irish/Scottish Gaelic peoples who settled northern Britain from Ireland around the 5th century AD. The Scotti gave their name to Scotland itself. As a given name, Scottie/Scotty has long been used as a warm nickname for Scott and increasingly appears as an independent name, particularly for girls in the 2010s-20s.
What is the origin of the name Scottie?
Scottie has Latin/Old English, Medieval Latin, American, Scottish, and English origins. In Latin/Old English, it means "person from Scotland". In Medieval Latin, it means "Gael, wanderer".
Is Scottie a boy or girl name?
Scottie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #201. As a boy name, it is ranked #1191. Scottie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Scottie?
Scottie is pronounced sk-AHT-ee.
How popular is the name Scottie?
Scottie is currently ranked #201 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Scottie?
Common nicknames for Scottie include Scott.
What are good middle names for Scottie?
Popular middle name pairings include Scottie Mae, Scottie Jean, Scottie Jo, Scottie Rose, Scottie Grace, and Scottie Lynn.
What are good sibling names for Scottie?
Names that pair well with Scottie as siblings include Parker, Quinn, Piper, Brady, Riley, and Finley.
How many syllables does Scottie have?
Scottie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Scottie a common or rare name?
Scottie is a popular name, ranked #201 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Scottie
Scottie is a girl name with American, Scottish, and English origins . The name means "person from Scotland" in Latin/Old English .
Is Scottie a boy or girl name? Scottie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #201 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,191. Scottie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Scottie is currently ranked #201 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Scottie has 2 syllables and is pronounced sk-AHT-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Scottie include Scott. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Scottie include Scotlyn, Scottlyn, Scotland, Scotlynn, Scotti . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.