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Misk

Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Misk: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2025.

Though rare, Misk is a name of intriguing origins. It likely derives from the Arabic word *misk* meaning "musk," a fragrant substance prized since antiquity, making the name a subtle olfactory reference to sweetness and value. Alternatively, it may be a variant or shortened form of names like Mischa or a Scottish surname. Notable bearers are scarce, but the name shares its root with the village of Misk in Ayrshire, Scotland—a place-name that may come from Gaelic *maoisic*, meaning "a boggy place." This duality gives Misk a quiet charm: both a whiff of ancient luxury and a down-to-earth connection to the Scottish landscape. It remains an uncommon choice, likely to intrigue.