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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Named for the finch bird
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- FINCH
Finch is a boy's name pronounced simply as it looks, FINCH, and it comes from an English surname taken directly from the small bird of the same name. It fits free-spirited, boho, and outdoorsy, nature-inspired style categories, while also reading as clean and modern. If you like names with a straightforward nature link and no extra syllables to spell out, Finch delivers exactly that.
Meaning & Origin of Finch
Meaning: Named for the finch bird.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Finch
FINCHIPA /ˈfɪntʃ/
Popularity of Finch
SSA records show Finch has stayed rare across 2011-2024, peaking at #4905 in 2022 with 20 babies given the name, and sitting at #5101 in 2024 with a count of 19.
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FAQ
What does the name Finch mean?
Named for the finch bird. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Finch?
Finch is pronounced FINCH (IPA: /ˈfɪntʃ/).
Is Finch a popular name right now?
Finch is near its all-time peak (#4905 in 2022), ranked #5101 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2011–2024.)
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