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At a Glance
- Meaning
- White ancient
- Origin
- Irish (Fionntán)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- FIN-tən
Fintan is an Irish name, from the Gaelic Fionntán, and it means "white ancient." It's pronounced FIN-tən. If you're after a name with Irish roots that most people haven't heard on the playground, this is one to say out loud a few times.
Meaning & Origin of Fintan
Meaning: White ancient.
Origin: Irish (Fionntán).
How to Pronounce Fintan
FIN-tənIPA /ˈfɪntən/
Popularity of Fintan
Fintan has always been a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #3847 in 2010 with 27 babies, and by 2024 it had slipped to #7378 with just 11 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Fintan mean?
White ancient.
How do you pronounce Fintan?
Fintan is pronounced FIN-tən (IPA: /ˈfɪntən/).
Is Fintan a popular name right now?
Fintan peaked at #3847 in 2010 and is ranked #7378 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1998–2024.)
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