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