Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Finnick is an Old English name derived from 'Finne', meaning fair or a person from Finland. It evolved through historical forms like 'Finne' to its modern iteration. The name is associated with positive traits and gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in literature. It has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈfɪnɪk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Finnick is derived from the Old English name 'Finne', which originally referred to a person from Finland or a 'Finn'. It is often associated with the term for a 'finn', a fish, or a term for a person with a light complexion.
Meaning
fair, white, or a person from Finland
Language Evolution
Finne, Finnick
Historical Usage
Finnick gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in literature and film, often used to convey a sense of playfulness or charm.
Variants & Derivatives
Finn, Finny, Fin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Finnick is perceived as a unique and trendy name, often associated with positive traits such as charm and cleverness, partly due to its use in popular culture.
Famous People
Finnick Odair (fictional character from 'The Hunger Games')
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 159 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 21935th of 24088 | 9 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1546th of 23106 | 1,330 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.46% 1134th/3984 |
47.76% 2143rd/4487 |
28.10% 1917th/6822 |
26.32% 1652nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah 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 relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21935th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1546th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.