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Atticus

Boy name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Atticus: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2018.

Derived from the Latin name Atticus, it originally meant simply ‘from Attica’—the region surrounding Athens in ancient Greece, carrying connotations of classical culture and learning. The name found modern fame primarily through Harper Lee’s iconic character Atticus Finch, the principled lawyer in *To Kill a Mockingbird*, who became a symbol of moral integrity. No Scottish places draw directly from the name, though Atticus shares its Attic root with the Athenian Acropolis. While long associated with American literature, Atticus has gained quiet popularity in Scotland in recent years, often chosen by parents drawn to its intellectual, noble undertones. A notable variant is the feminine Attica, though far rarer.