Scottish Boy Names Starting With M
116 names with meanings and origins.
Looking for a Scottish boy's name that starts with M? Here are 116 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. Scottish names come from Gaelic and Highland tradition, with meanings tied to landscape, legend and clan history.
Top picks
- Malcolm — “Devotee of Saint Columba”
- Murdo — “sea warrior”
- Mccloud — “A Scottish patronymic name that historically translates to the son of the ugly or cloud-like man.”
- Macnaughton — “Derived from Scottish roots, this name signifies the son of the pure one.”
- Macneill — “A Scottish name that means son of the champion, deriving from the name Niall.”
- Morold — “Morold is known as the "prince killed by Tristan," a name steeped in legendary tales and ancient sagas. A truly unique and storied choice.”
- Macduff — “Of Scottish origin, this surname and given name means the son of the black-haired man.”
- Macinnes — “This Scottish name translates to the son of the unique choice, signifying an individual who is distinct or chosen.”
- Mealcoluim — “This masculine name of Scottish origin translates to a follower of Saint Columba, who was a famous Irish abbot and missionary.”
- Mac-Bheathain — “Son of the man who lives by the clear stream.”
Boy · Scottish · “Mabuz is a name with a powerful and distinct character, meaning 'ruler of death castle,' suggesting a strong and commanding presence.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the man who lives by the clear stream.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the one who served the manly one.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the one who serves the blond one.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the one who served saint michael.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name meaning 'son of Finnian's servant,' referring to a descendant of a follower of Saint Finnian.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish Gaelic name that translates literally to the son of the black-haired man.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish Gaelic name means 'son of the world's ruler,' signifying a heritage of leadership and great power.”
Boy · Scottish · “A common Scottish name meaning 'son of Donald,' which translates to 'son of the world's ruler' or 'mighty chief.'”
Boy · Scottish · “A variant of the Scottish name Macdonald, it signifies 'son of the world's ruler' and denotes a powerful ancestral line.”
Boy · Scottish · “Of Scottish origin, this surname and given name means the son of the black-haired man.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish Gaelic surname meaning son of the dark of peace, reflecting a heritage of tranquility and strength.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish Gaelic surname meaning son of the servant of judgment, often associated with Clan MacGillivray.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish surname-turned-given name translates to son of a shepherd, originating from the clan MacGregor.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish name translates to the son of the unique choice, signifying an individual who is distinct or chosen.”
Unisex · Scottish · “Fair; favored one. son of the fair man or son of kenzie”
Unisex · Scottish · “Son of kinley.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish name means 'son of the fair-born.' It comes from the Gaelic Mac Fhionghuin, indicating a noble or bright lineage.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish surname and first name meaning the son of the servant of John.”
Unisex · Scottish · “Son of laren.”
Boy · Scottish · “A traditional Scottish name meaning son of Leod; the root Leod is often associated with the word for ugly or fierce.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish name means son of the bald man, referring to a son of a tonsured monk or cleric.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the abbot; son of the father or abbott”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name that translates to the son of the pure one, signifying a clean or virtuous lineage.”
Boy · Scottish · “Derived from Scottish roots, this name signifies the son of the pure one.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name that means son of the champion, deriving from the name Niall.”
Boy · Scottish · “Of Scottish origin, this name translates to the son of the champion, honoring a victorious ancestor.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name meaning son of the conquering people, derived from the Gaelic interpretation of Nicholas.”
Boy · Scottish · “A traditional Scottish name meaning son of the parson, indicating an ancestral link to the clergy.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name derived from Gaelic, meaning the son of the good man or son of Suibhne.”
Boy · Scottish · “Madntyre is a strong name, meaning 'son of the carpenter'. It connects your child to a heritage of skill, craftsmanship, and creation.”
Boy · Scottish · “A name found in Scottish and Arthurian lore, known as the knight who was the accuser of Queen Guinevere.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish masculine name meaning the lord of the isle of glass.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name referring to a follower of Saint Columba, the monk who spread Christianity in Scotland.”
Boy · Scottish · “Devotee of Saint Columba”
Boy · Scottish · “Of Scottish origin, this name traditionally signifies a disciple or follower of Saint Columba.”
Boy · Scottish · “This Scottish name means King Mark's servant. It is a traditional name with historical ties to early Celtic culture and loyalty.”
Boy · Scottish · “A name from Scottish folklore referring to a knight mentioned in Arthurian legend who was thought to be a werewolf.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish patronymic name that historically translates to the son of the ugly or cloud-like man.”
Boy · Scottish · “This masculine name of Scottish origin translates to a follower of Saint Columba, who was a famous Irish abbot and missionary.”
Boy · Scottish · “A name from Scottish and Arthurian legend known for the character who kidnapped Queen Guinevere.”
Boy · Scottish · “Modred is a legendary name, signifying 'son/nephew of Arthur'. It connects your child to ancient tales of knights and a rich, storied past.”
Boy · Scottish · “This name of Scottish origin refers to someone from the long plain. It originally served as a topographic surname for people living near such landscapes.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish locational name meaning from the hill of the sacred bough. It is traditionally associated with specific geographical landmarks.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name referring to a person from the land by the sea. It is derived from the coastal region of Moray in Scotland.”
Boy · Scottish · “Morholt is known as the "prince killed by Tristan," a name with a dramatic and legendary tale. It carries a rich historical and literary weight.”
Boy · Scottish · “Morold is known as the "prince killed by Tristan," a name steeped in legendary tales and ancient sagas. A truly unique and storied choice.”
Boy · Scottish · “A Scottish name meaning one who dwells near the beautiful sea. It combines elements referring to the water and fairness.”
Boy · Scottish · “sea warrior”
Boy · Scottish · “A knight.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of baird.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of bhiadhtaiche.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of adam.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the handsome man.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of alasdair.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the father or abbott.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the noble warrior.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the briton.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of arthur.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of asgaill.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the strong.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the one who serves the dark man.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the one who serves brown.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of an heir.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of adam.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of alasdair.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of alpine.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of alpine.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of andrew.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of olaf.”
Boy · Scottish · “Righteous.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of absalon.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of beathan.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of beathan.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of beth.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of callum.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of coll.”
Boy · Scottish · “Davids son.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of dougal.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of dougal.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of dougal.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of ewen.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of farlan.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the smith.”
Boy · Scottish · “Plain.”
Boy · Scottish · “Plain.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the thane.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of an archer.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of fire.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of henry.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the thane.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of lachlan.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the heir.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the proud.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of grace.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of grace.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of adam.”
Boy · Scottish · “A wizard.”
Boy · Scottish · “Dark skinned.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of the steward.”
Boy · Scottish · “Bear.”
Boy · Scottish · “Bears son.”
Boy · Scottish · “Mordreds son.”
Boy · Scottish · “Tristans father.”
Boy · Scottish · “Tristans father.”
Boy · Scottish · “Name of a king.”
Boy · Scottish · “Son of mordred.”
Boy · Scottish · “From mesniers.”
Boy · Scottish · “The great one.”
Boy · Scottish · “Name of a king.”
Boy · Scottish · “A physician.”
Boy · Scottish · “Man of the sea.”
Boy · Scottish · “Man of the sea.”
Boy · Scottish · “From the moor.”
Boy · Scottish · “Man from ro.”
Boy · Scottish · “Man from ro.”
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