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Barclay

Boy name · 28 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Barclay: 28 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2015.

Drawn from a Scottish surname rooted in the place name Berkeley, Barclay means "birch wood" in Old English. This name carries a strong connection to Scotland, as the Barclay family held lands near Aberdeen. Notable bearers include the biblical commentator William Barclay and the Canadian actor Barclay Hope. The name also gave rise to Barclays Bank, a global financial institution, and has a variant in Berkeley. Though traditionally a surname, Barclay has gained quiet use as a distinctive first name, offering a blend of natural imagery and historic depth.

Boy 7 of 52 years

Peak year
20157 babies
Latest (2019)
#4646 babies
Total births
28since 1980
5-year trend
▲ 47%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2015 · 7
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).