Fionnuala

At a Glance: Name: Fionnuala – Meaning: white shoulder (fionn 'white/fair' + guala 'shoulder') – Origin: Irish (Old Irish compound) – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: fih-NOO-luh

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Fionnuala is an Irish name built from two Old Irish words: fionn, meaning 'white' or 'fair,' and guala, meaning 'shoulder.' Put together, it means 'white shoulder.' It's a name with a clear Irish root and a distinctive sound for a parent who wants something rare.

Meaning & Origin of Fionnuala

Meaning: White shoulder (fionn 'white/fair' + guala 'shoulder').

Origin: Irish (Old Irish compound).

How to Pronounce Fionnuala

Phonetic: fih-NOO-luh   IPA: /fɪˈnuːlə/

Popularity of Fionnuala

Fionnuala has never been a common pick in the U.S. It peaked at #9258 in 2003 with 11 babies, and by 2024 it had slipped to #16027 with just 5 babies, so a child named Fionnuala is unlikely to share the name with anyone in her class.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1985–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Fionnuala mean?

White shoulder (fionn ‘white/fair’ + guala ‘shoulder’).

How do you pronounce Fionnuala?

Fionnuala is pronounced fih-NOO-luh (IPA: /fɪˈnuːlə/).

Is Fionnuala a popular name right now?

Fionnuala peaked at #9258 in 2003 and is ranked #16027 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1985–2024.)

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