Boy · 435th of 23,106
Finnegan
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
12,534
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2021
Peak Popularity Year
865
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Finnegan stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Finnegan is of Irish origin, meaning 'fair' or 'white'. It evolved from the surname Ó Fionnagáin to its modern form. The name is often linked to positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It became popular in the 19th century, especially among Irish Americans.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈfɪnɪɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Finnegan is derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Fionnagáin', which means 'descendant of Fionnagán'. The root 'Fionn' means 'fair' or 'white'.
Meaning
Fair or white
Language Evolution
Fionnagán, Ó Fionnagáin, Finnegan
Historical Usage
The name Finnegan gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly among Irish immigrants in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Finn, Finnie, Finny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Finnegan is perceived as a charming and trendy name, often associated with a friendly and adventurous character.
Famous People
Finnegan Oldfield, Finnegan O'Neill
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 865 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Maine
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 790th of 24088 | 3,843 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 435th of 23106 | 8,586 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 23797th of 35406 | 24 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13512th of 30306 | 69 |