Fionn
Fionn is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Fair-haired, white, or clear.
Origin and history
Fionn is an ancient Irish name derived from the Old Irish word meaning 'fair' or 'white'. It is heavily tied to Irish mythology through the legendary warrior hero Fionn mac Cumhaill. In the United States, it is a relatively rare but growing choice among parents seeking a traditional, authentic Celtic name.
Popularity in the United States
682 babies in the United States have been named Fionn since 1880. It ranks #3994 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1758.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.9 %)
- NY (41.1 %)
- MA (12.9 %)
- PA (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 19 |
| 2000-2010 | 192 |
| 2010-2019 | 297 |
| 2020-2029 | 169 |
Famous people named Fionn
- Fionn Whitehead: Actor
- Fionn O'Shea: Actor
Fun facts
- Fionn mac Cumhaill was a mythical hunter-warrior of Irish folklore who gained ultimate wisdom by tasting the Salmon of Knowledge.
- Fionn is the Gaelic root that gave rise to anglicized names like Finn and Fintan.