Scott (name)

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Scott
Given Name
Gender Male
Meaning Scottish Gaels
Origin Gaelic
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Scott is a surname originating in the Scottish Borders.

The name subsequently became a forename, and the descendants of this kin-group since spread throughout the world giving the name to dozens of towns and cities.[citation needed]

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[edit] Clan

Main article: Clan Scott

[edit] Etymology

Main article: Scoti

Scoti or Scotti (Old Irish Scot, modern Scottish Gaelic Sgaothaich) was the generic name given by the Romans to Gaelic raiders from Ireland.

[edit] First name

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[edit] Middle name

[edit] Last name

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