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Meadow

Girl name · 171 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Meadow: 171 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 25 births in 2024.

Meadow entered the Scottish naming landscape as a modern, nature-inspired choice, derived directly from the Old English word mædwe, meaning a field or grassy plain. As a given name, it has no ancient lineage but rose to prominence in the late 20th century, evoking pastoral calm and natural beauty. Its most famous bearer is Meadow Walker, the daughter of the late actor Paul Walker, who has carried on her father's philanthropic work. While no major cities or regions bear the name, the word itself is deeply embedded in British place names like Meadowbank and Meadowhead. A further note: Meadow has become a prominent symbol in the context of climate activism, with 'meadow restoration' projects flourishing across Scotland, giving the name an especially earthy, hopeful resonance for modern parents.