Banksy, Daemon and Jihad are among the most unique names given to male babies in Scotland during 2023.
The most popular name for baby boys among parents in Scotland last year was Luca, which pushed the previous favourite Noah to second place. Among baby girls, the name Isla returned to the top spot for the first time since 2020.
And the data from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) has revealed that there was a record high number of names given to only one child last year, with many unusual names inspired by islands, animals and mythological figures.
45. Uist
Uist is among several islands in Scotland which inspired parents last year. One baby boy was named Uist in 2023. | Text which reads the name Uist on a blue background
46. Wolf
One baby boy was given the unique name Wolf in Scotland last year, with two others using the alternate spelling Wolfe for their children. | Scotsman / Canva
47. Zephyr
Meaning a gentle breeze or the west wind, one baby boy in Scotland was named Zephyr last year. | Scotsman / Canva
48. Testimony
A name which was also given to one baby girl last year, two baby boys in Scotland were named Testimony. | Scotsman / Canva