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Campbell

Boy name · 1,187 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Campbell: 1,187 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 43 births in 1976.

Campbell started life as a Scottish Gaelic surname, from *caimbeul* meaning "crooked mouth"—a nickname that may have described a wry smile or a physical trait. As a given name, it gained popularity beyond the clan that made it famous: the powerful Campbells of Argyll. Notable bearers include Scottish politician Sir Menzies Campbell and American singer Glen Campbell, while actor Campbell Scott carries the name forward. The surname has left its mark on maps too, from Campbelltown in New South Wales to the Campbell River in British Columbia. Today, Campbell works confidently as a unisex first name, carrying a

Boy 52 of 52 years

Peak year
197643 babies
Latest (2025)
#33310 babies
Total births
1,187since 1974
5-year trend
▼ 24%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1976 · 43
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).