What are some names that mean Princess in Scottish?

Sarah is a feminine name that means princess in Scottish, while Aurla means golden princess. If you are looking for names borne by princesses, Ada is a great choice. Ada, also known as Ada of Huntingdon, was a member of the Scottish royal house.

What Scottish name means freedom and peace?

The masculine name Wallace can also be connected to the meaning of freedom because of Sir William Wallace, a Scottish knight and hero who fought against England for freedom. Calum or Callum is a masculine name that means dove, a symbol of peace and freedom. Goraidh, the Scottish Gaelic variation of Godfrey, means peace of God.

What are some Scottish baby names that have a royal connection?

Names like Áed, Eochaid, Amlaíb, and Lulach have Scottish origins. They are also the names of Scottish monarchs over the years.

Who are some famous people with Scottish names?

Some famous people with Scottish names include Alexander Fleming, a physician who discovered penicillin, and Alexander Graham Bell, a famous scientist who invented the telephone. Bonnie Wright, an English actress with a Scottish name, famous for playing Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter film series.

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20 Scottish Baby Names with Meanings Dark

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Douglas	Boy	Dark river; Dark water
Nigel	Boy	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion
Kiernan	Boy	Son of a lord; Little dark one; Black; Dark
Kier	Boy	Little dark one; Dark-skinned; Dusky; Thicket or marsh; Key-maker or locksmith
Doyle	Boy	Dark stranger; Descendant of Dubhghall
Kieren	Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán
Douglass	Boy	A dark river or stream
Doug	Boy	Dark river; Dark water
Merick	Boy	A dark-skinned person; A swarthy; A moor
Dow	Boy	A dark-haired individual; Black

Kierian	Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán
Keiran	Girl	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán
Keir	Girl	Dark; Thicket
Doogie	Boy	Dark water; River; Dark grey; Dark green
Dougal	Boy	Dark stranger
Doughlas	Boy	A stream of dark river
Dougie	Boy	Dark river; Green; Grey; Water; Black imposter
Doyel	Girl	Dark stranger; Descendant of Dubhghall
Duff	Boy	Dark
Dunn	Boy	Dark complexion; Brown haired; Eider-down

Infographic: Meaningful Scottish Baby Names with Meanings Dark

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that would fit diverse preferences. Each name on the list is unique and deeply meaningful. Explore them to find a name that celebrates your child's individuality and reflects your dreams and aspirations for them.

Scottish Baby Names with Meanings Dark(infographic)

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