Findlay

At a Glance

Meaning

Likely means 'fair warrior' — as a spelling variant of Finlay, traced to Gaelic fionn ('fair/white') plus laoch ('warrior').

Origin

Scottish Gaelic

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

FIND-layListen

Findlay is a Scottish Gaelic name, pronounced FIND-lay, and it's most likely a spelling variant of Finlay. That name traces back to the Gaelic words fionn, meaning 'fair' or 'white,' and laoch, meaning 'warrior,' which together give it the likely meaning 'fair warrior.' It's a less common spelling, so it may suit a parent who likes the sound of Finlay but wants something a little different.

Meaning & Origin of Findlay

Meaning: Likely means 'fair warrior' — as a spelling variant of Finlay, traced to Gaelic fionn ('fair/white') plus laoch ('warrior')..

Origin: Scottish Gaelic.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Findlay

Popularity of Findlay

Findlay has stayed rare in the U.S. between 2003 and 2024. It peaked at #4130 in 2016 with 25 babies given the name, and by 2024 it sat at #8509 with just 9 babies.

Names Like Findlay

These names have followed a similar path to Findlay in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Bradleigh
• Brenlynn
• Bentleigh
• Eyob
• Caoimhe
• Escher

FAQ

What does the name Findlay mean?

Likely means ‘fair warrior’ — as a spelling variant of Finlay, traced to Gaelic fionn (‘fair/white’) plus laoch (‘warrior’).. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Findlay?

Findlay is pronounced FIND-lay (IPA: /ˈfɪndleɪ/).

Is Findlay a popular name right now?

Findlay peaked at #4130 in 2016 and is ranked #8509 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2003–2024.)

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