Fionna

Q: What is the origin of Fionna?

Fionna is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Fionna a girl name?

Fionna is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Fair; White"

Fionna reflects Gaelic naming, associated with the root for fairness or whiteness and often treated as a variant alongside Fiona.

Themes:gaelicvariantfeminine

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Popularity History of Fionna

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9101Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Fionna did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Fionna Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Fionna.

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fion

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onny

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fioy

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onna

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nnay

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fie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Fionna

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Fionna mean?

Fionna means "Fair; White". Fionna reflects Gaelic naming, associated with the root for fairness or whiteness and often treated as a variant alongsi

What is the origin of Fionna?

Fionna is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Fionna?

According to the latest SSA data, Fionna is currently ranked #9101 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Fionna a girl name?

Fionna is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Fionna?

Popular nicknames for Fionna include fion, fo, onny, fioy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Fionna?

There are many names similar to Fionna in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, Scottish

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#9101

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withF

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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