Scottish & Irish Boy Names: A Guide to Strong and Meaningful Monikers

Looking for the perfect name for your little lad? Perhaps a name that evokes the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands or the vibrant spirit of the Emerald Isle? We've compiled a list of captivating Scottish and Irish boy names, each brimming with rich history and powerful meanings. From classic Gaelic favorites to contemporary choices, this list has something for every parent seeking a name that reflects their heritage and embodies strength, courage, and charm.
1. **Aiden**: Little fire; fiery one (Irish)
2. **Angus**: One strength; powerful (Scottish)
3. **Arlo**: From the hill; strong and noble (Scottish)
4. **Barnaby**: Son of the prophet (Hebrew)
5. **Brogan**: Little shoe; strong and sturdy (Irish)
6. **Callum**: Dove; peace and gentleness (Scottish)
7. **Caolan**: Little wolf; fierce and independent (Irish)
8. **Cian**: Ancient; wise and powerful (Irish)
9. **Conan**: Little wolf; brave and fearless (Irish)
10. **Cormac**: Son of the chariot; a leader (Irish)
11. **Declan**: Man of prayer; devout and spiritual (Irish)
12. **Eamon**: Wealthy protector; a guardian (Irish)
13. **Eoin**: God is gracious; blessed by God (Irish)
14. **Finnian**: Fair; beautiful and radiant (Irish)
15. **Finn**: Fair; noble and courageous (Irish)
16. **Gareth**: Spear strength; a warrior (Welsh)
17. **Gideon**: Mighty warrior; a hero (Hebrew)
18. **Hamish**: Domestic; a protector of the home (Scottish)
19. **Ian**: God is gracious; blessed by God (Scottish)
20. **Jasper**: Treasure; a precious gem (Persian)
21. **Kieran**: Little dark one; mysterious and charismatic (Irish)
22. **Lachlan**: Land of the lake; peaceful and serene (Scottish)
23. **Liam**: Strong-willed warrior; a protector (Irish)
24. **Lochlan**: Land of the lake; a peaceful warrior (Scottish)
25. **Lorcan**: Little fierce one; strong and brave (Irish)
26. **Macsen**: Great; powerful and influential (Welsh)
27. **Magnus**: Great; powerful and influential (Scottish)
28. **Malachy**: Messenger of the Lord; a messenger of peace (Irish)
29. **Mark**: Warrior; a strong and brave defender (Latin)
30. **Mckenzie**: Son of the handsome one; a charming and intelligent leader (Scottish)
31. **Neil**: Champion; a strong and valiant warrior (Irish)
32. **Niall**: Champion; a strong and valiant warrior (Irish)
33. **Owen**: Noble; a well-respected leader (Welsh)
34. **Rowan**: Little red one; fiery and passionate (Irish)
35. **Ruairi**: Red King; a noble and courageous leader (Irish)
36. **Sean**: God is gracious; blessed by God (Irish)
37. **Shane**: God is gracious; blessed by God (Irish)
38. **Thomas**: Twin; a loyal and supportive friend (Aramaic)
39. **Tiernan**: Lord of the land; a ruler and protector (Irish)
40. **William**: Strong-willed protector; a guardian and leader (German)