Fionne

A Irish name with cultural significance
Irish origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1868US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Fionne mean and where does it come from?

Fionne is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Fionne carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1868 in 2015 — currently #1868 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Fionne?

Fionne works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Fionne Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Fionne Rose
Floral · soft ending
Fionne Mae
Sweet · timeless
Fionne Claire
French influence · crisp
Fionne Jane
Literary · strong
Fionne Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Fionne right now?

Holding steady — currently #1868 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1868 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#186810stable
2022#186810stable
2021#186810stable
2020#186810stable
2019#186810
💎Fionne is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Fionne?

Common
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Famous people named Fionne

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Fionne (Irish poet or writer)
Fionne used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Fionne (Celtic chieftain)
Fionne bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Fionne (Irish saint)
Fionne helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
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Fionne (Irish poet or writer)
Fionne used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Common questions about the name Fionne

What does the name Fionne mean?
Fionne means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Fionne?
Fionne is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Fionne?
Fionne originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Fionne a common or rare name?
Fionne is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Fionne more of a girl or boy name?
Fionne is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.