“Every Scottish name carries a story — when you say it right, you honour the history and the people behind it.”
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How to Say Scottish Names Properly
Scotland’s Majestic Lochs
Around the Web: Lights of the North; A Whisky Lover’s Haven; How to Trace Your Scottish Ancestry and more…
Is Moving to Scotland a Good Idea - A comprehensive guide
Experiences Likely To Sell Out
From Love Scotland Community: What’s the most Scottish saying or phrase you still use today?
Scottish Food You Will Love: How to Make Tipsy Laird
Coo Wee: Your daily dose of #coowisdom
How to Say Scottish Names Properly
A guide to boys’ and girls’ names that trip people up
👉 How to Pronounce 20 Popular Scottish Girls’ Names
Names in Scotland often carry centuries of history, Gaelic roots, and a sound that isn’t always obvious from the spelling. From classics like Eilidh and Niamh to proud favourites like Alastair and Lachlan, the pronunciation can feel like a puzzle if you’ve never heard it spoken aloud. This guide unpacks some of the most popular girls’ and boys’ names in Scotland and shows you how to say them with confidence.
👉 How to Pronounce 20 Popular Scottish Boys’ Names
Which Scottish name do you find the trickiest to pronounce?
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Scotland’s Majestic Lochs
Legends, landscapes, and the stillness of the water
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Scotland is a land of lochs—each with a story carved by time and legend. From the mysterious depths of Loch Ness to the wide-open beauty of Loch Lomond, these waters reflect both natural splendour and cultural memory. Some are tied to folklore, others to battles or poetry, but all hold a power that draws travellers back again and again.
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Have you sailed across Loch Lomond or looked for Nessie in Loch Ness? Read about Scotland’s lochs here!
Around the Web
Lights of the North
The 2025 Scottish International Storytelling Festival (22 Oct – 1 Nov) celebrates Scotland’s northern identity with tales, songs, and myths from across the northern arc, linking Finland, Iceland, Germany, Norway, and Scotland. Over 11 days, leading storytellers and musicians will fill Edinburgh and venues nationwide with world-class performances, workshops, and shared experiences.
A Whisky Lover’s Haven
A brand-new luxury whisky-themed hotel, Ardbeg House, has opened on the shores of Islay. Expect sleek design elements like copper art from retired whisky stills and even “Press for Smoke” dram buttons. The fine-dining menu showcases prime local seafood, such as scallops and lobster, making it a sensory delight for both taste and aesthetics.
Dundee’s Mills Observatory Turns 90!
A Part of the UNESCO Global Geopark Family
Known as “Scotland in miniature”, Isle of Arran packs in towering mountains, ancient castles, mystical standing stones, and golden beaches — all on one island. Now officially recognised for its world-class geology and landscapes, it’s also leading the way in sustainable tourism.
Scottish brothers arrive home after record-breaking row across the Pacific
How to Trace Your Scottish Ancestry
A comprehensive guide to genealogy centres, clan connections and archives to explore
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Scotland’s history lives on not only in its castles and landscapes but in the names and records that link families across the centuries. Whether you’re visiting Edinburgh or exploring the Highlands, you’ll find archives, genealogy centres, and clan societies ready to help uncover your family story. From the National Records of Scotland to local clan gatherings, every corner of the country holds a piece of heritage waiting to be pieced together.
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Have you ever tried tracing your Scottish ancestry—or found a surprising clan connection? Get your guide here!
👉 Read more: Clan or Region: Which Holds the Key to Your Scottish Roots?
Top Experiences In Scotland Likely To Sell Out
2024 is going to be a busy year - Here is a list of the top experiences that will most likely sell out and you should book in advance. Don’t delay!
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👉 Read more: What is a Scottish Ceilidh? The Dance, History, and Where to Join the Fun here!
From the Love Scotland Community
"Dae ye think ah swally tanners an' sh*te boabs?" (Probably doesn't mean anything to those born after the mid 1960's or those of a more genteel upbringing.)” - Ken Sharp
"D'ye hink I come ip the Clyde oan a bike?", "aw the nice" and my great grandmother's scathing "he thinks he's the whole cheese but he's just the smell". And "here's tae us! Wha's like us? Hardly ony an their a deid." - Clare McMenemy
“In fife we use KEN a lot in a sentence and you get an Englishman asking who Ken is as if it's not obvious.” - Drew Lang
“There is oose under the bed as in dust under the bed, my daughter hates the word oose she keeps saying who says that nowadays!” - Rebecca Wilson
“After spending a couple of weeks in Dundee, I now call roundabouts “wee circles“ or “roon-de-boots” - Craig Owens
Scottish Recipe of the Week:- How to Make Tipsy Laird
When it comes to desserts that bring both indulgence and tradition to the table, few are more loved in Scotland than the Tipsy Laird. Often called “Scotland’s trifle,” it takes the familiar British favourite and gives it a uniquely Scottish twist by replacing sherry with whisky. The result is a dessert that feels festive, celebratory, and unmistakably Scottish. Get the recipe here!
Coo Wee
Wisdom straight from a coo... #coowisdom
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