Scout
Fact sheet
- Name
- Scout
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 1
Scout is a girl's name that originates from English. The meaning of the name includes terms like 'the scout', 'the spy', 'the explorer', or 'the pathfinder'.
What does the name Scout mean?
The name Scout, derived from English, carries the meanings 'the scout', 'the spy', 'the explorer', or 'the pathfinder'. Its roots can be found in the Latin word auscultō, which means 'to listen', 'to hear', and 'to eavesdrop'. In Germany, the name is also permissible for boys. A well-known bearer of the name is the daughter of actors Bruce Willis and Demi Moore.
Where does the name Scout come from?
The origin of the name Scout is Latin and means 'the scout'. The Latin word auscultō is composed of terms for 'to listen', 'to hear', and 'to eavesdrop'. The name is found in Old English and English languages.
How do you pronounce Scout?
Scout is pronounced like 'skaut'.
Popularity
In Germany, Scout is a rather rare name. In 2019, it reached the 4,068th place on the list of the most common female baby names. The best ranking of the name was in 2017 at 3,952nd place. In the last ten years, Scout has been given as a first name about 20 times, which places it at 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,112th.
Nicknames & pet names
Scouti
Famous people
- Jean Louise Finch, known as 'Scout' (character from the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee)
- Scout LaRue Willis (actress (daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis))
Frequently asked questions about the name Scout
What is the meaning of the name Scout?
The name Scout means 'the scout' or 'the pathfinder' and has its roots in the Latin word auscultō, which means 'to listen' or 'to eavesdrop'.
Where does the name Scout come from?
Scout has a Latin origin and can be found in the Old English and English languages.
How popular is the name Scout?
In Germany, Scout is also used for boys, but is overall less common than other first names.