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Munro

Boy name · 164 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Munro: 164 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 22 births in 2021.

Munro began as a proud Scottish surname, rooted in the Gaelic *Rothach* – meaning “man from Ro,” referring to the River Roe in County Derry, Ireland, where the clan originally hailed. The name is most famous for Hugh Munro (1856–1919), the mountaineer who compiled the first list of Scottish peaks over 3,000 feet, now known simply as “Munros,” making the name synonymous with hillwalking passion across Scotland. General Sir John Munro, a distinguished British Army commander in the 19th century, also carried the name. That peak connection inspired the timeless tradition of “bagging” Munros by outdoor enthusiasts. As a given name, Munro remains firmly tied to its Highland clan heritage, with the occasional spelling variant Munroe adding a slightly softer feel while keeping the same rugged, outdoorsy charm.