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.
21. Jihad
Literally meaning to strive, or do one's utmost best, in Scotland one baby boy was named Jihad. | Scotsman / Canva
22. Kree
A variation on the name Cree, which originates from Native American tribes, three baby boys were named Kree last year. It is also the name of an alien species in the Marvel universe. | Scotsman / Canva
23. L
Likely to face the same struggles as J, a name which also features on this list, one baby boy was given the unique name, L. This could perhaps have been inspired by the character from Japanese series, Death Note. | Scotsman / Canva
24. Lando
A name which originates from French and German, often as a nickname of Orlando or Ronaldo, there were seven baby Landos born in Scotland during 2023. It is also the name of a Star Wars character, Lando Calrissian, and could possibly reference British Formula 1 driver, Lando Norris. | Scotsman / Canva