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Crafting Your Scottish Name
To select a Scottish name, consider:
- Do you prefer Gaelic or Anglicized form?
- Should it include a clan prefix like “Mac” or “Mc”?
- Will it reflect Highlands or Lowlands?
- How many syllables suit authenticity?
- Does it suit your character’s lineage?
How are Scottish names generated?
They pair traditional Gaelic first names with clan-based surnames.
Can I specify clan?
Regenerate until a surname with your chosen prefix appears; no filter.
Are names authentic?
They reflect real Scottish naming patterns without copying individuals.
How many can I generate?
Unlimited—click until your clan expands.
How to copy or save?
Click to copy or heart to save favorites.
What are good Scottish names?
There's thousands of random Scottish names in this generator. Here are some samples to start:
- John Mitchell
- Elliott Muir
- Zachary Marshall
- Cooper Allison
- Jamie Paterson
- Libby Taylor
- Aaliyah Irvine
- Remi Collins
- Rosa Simpson
- Aoife McKenna
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About the creator
All idea generators and writing tools on The Story Shack are carefully crafted by storyteller and developer Martin Hooijmans. Originally from the Netherlands, I nowadays live with my wife and child in the south of Germany. During the day I work on tech solutions for mobility provider Flix. In my free hours I love diving into stories, be it reading, writing, gaming, roleplaying, you name it, I probably enjoy it. The Story Shack is my way of giving back to the global storytelling community. It's a huge creative outlet where I love bringing my ideas to life. Thanks for coming by, and if you enjoyed this tool, make sure you check out a few more below!