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Indiana

Girl / Boy name · 40 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Indiana: 40 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 5 births in 2012.

Though largely recognised as a place name, Indiana may also be a feminised form of the word "Indian", ultimately deriving from the Greek Indos, meaning "land of the river Indus" – giving the name an indirect sense of "from India". It was popularised globally by the adventurous archaeologist Indiana Jones, the iconic character created by George Lucas and played by Harrison Ford. The US state of Indiana, nicknamed the Hoosier State, shares the same etymological root, as do several townships and counties across America. Actress Indiana Evans (from *Home and Away* and *Blue Lagoon: The Awakening*) is a well-known bearer. Unusually, the name has been given to both boys and girls in Scotland since the 2000s, though its usage remains rare, often chosen by parents drawn to its cinematic charm rather than any deep historical tradition.