Fionn

At a Glance: Name: Fionn – Meaning: fair, white/bright, or handsome – Origin: Old Irish – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: FYUN

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Fionn is an Old Irish name that means fair, white/bright, or handsome. It's a short, one-syllable name with a clear, literal meaning rooted in the Irish language. If you're weighing names with straightforward meanings tied to appearance, Fionn is one to consider.

Meaning & Origin of Fionn

Meaning: Fair, white/bright, or handsome.

Origin: Old Irish.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Fionn

Phonetic: FYUN   IPA: /fɪn/

Popularity of Fionn

In Social Security data going back to 1973, Fionn peaked at #2963 in 2018 with 40 babies given the name that year, and by 2024 it had fallen to #4594 with just 22 babies recorded.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1973–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Fionn mean?

Fair, white/bright, or handsome. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Fionn)

How do you pronounce Fionn?

Fionn is pronounced FYUN (IPA: /fɪn/).

Is Fionn a popular name right now?

Fionn peaked at #2963 in 2018 and is ranked #4594 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1973–2024.)

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