A 1910s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Laddie since 1902
Babies named Laddie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 | 6 |
| 1910s | 18 | 258 |
| 1920s | 41 | 400 |
| 1930s | 18 | 327 |
| 1940s | 5 | 270 |
| 1950s | 5 | 213 |
| 1960s | 0 | 104 |
| 1970s | 0 | 37 |
| 1980s | 0 | 12 |
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Laddie, a name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1908, is a direct borrowing of the Scots word for a young boy. It reached its peak popularity in 1919, during the decade of the 1910s, when such affectionate diminutives were in vogue. After a long period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2022. Laddie's trajectory shows a revival of vintage, informal names, though it remains rare, with no top states or notable famous bearers. Its straightforward meaning and Scottish roots make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with heritage and charm.
Laddie derives from the Scots word 'laddie', a diminutive of 'lad', meaning a young boy or youth. It originated as a familiar term of address in Scotland and northern England. As a given name, it appears in early 20th-century U.S. records, likely reflecting Scottish heritage or affection for the term.
Sibling names for Laddie
Names that share Laddie's style, for a brother or sister.
