Finn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Finn is an Irish name meaning 'fair' or 'white', derived from the Old Irish name Fionn. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with the legendary hero Fionn mac Cumhaill. The name has gained popularity in the 19th century and is viewed positively in modern times, symbolizing adventure and spirit. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Finn is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Finn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Finn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5874th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4074th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4612th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4118th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 478th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 193rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9976th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5849th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Finn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Finn"
Pronunciation
/fɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Finn derives from the Irish name Fionn, which means 'fair' or 'white'. It is associated with the legendary hero Fionn mac Cumhaill in Irish mythology.
Meaning
fair, white
Language Evolution
Fionn (Old Irish), Finn (Modern Irish), Fyn (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Ireland and among those of Irish descent. It has become more widely used in English-speaking countries in recent decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Fionn, Finley, Finnegan, Finnian
Modern Popularity & Image
Finn is currently perceived as a trendy and modern name, associated with qualities such as adventure and spirit. It has gained popularity in various cultures, especially in literature and media.
Famous People
Finn Wolfhard (actor and musician), Finn Jones (actor), Finn Balor (professional wrestler)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Finn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Finn"
"Finn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5874th of 6773 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4074th of 7552 | 67 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4612th of 10718 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4118th of 16616 | 194 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 478th of 24088 | 8,578 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 193rd of 23106 | 24,289 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9976th of 35406 | 159 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5849th of 30306 | 256 |
Regional Popularity of "Finn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
58.14% 3673rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.84% 451st/4582 |
6.51% 336th/5164 |
9.22% 674th/7313 |
5.72% 427th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.09% 163rd/3984 |
3.34% 150th/4487 |
3.56% 243rd/6822 |
2.87% 180th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Finn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Finn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Finn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.