Finbar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFIN-bar / ˈfɪn.bɑːrIrish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'fair-haired' or 'white' (from 'fionn'); Gaelic: 'blessed'
Historical & Cultural Background
Finbar is a traditional Irish name, often associated with St. Finbar, the patron saint of Cork. The name has been used in Ireland for centuries and reflects the Gaelic heritage. It is sometimes anglicized as 'Finbarr'. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions and periods.
Trend Summary
Finbar has maintained a stable presence in Irish naming traditions, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Finbarr
- Fionnbarr
International Variants
- Fionnbar (Irish)
- Finbar (English)
Famous people named Finbar
Finbar Furey is an Irish musician known for his work with the band The Fureys.
Finbar Wright is an Irish tenor and recording artist recognized for his classical and traditional Irish music.
Finbar McCarthy is an Irish politician who served in local government.
Finbar O'Leary is an Irish author noted for his contributions to contemporary literature.
Fictional characters named Finbar
Finbar is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Finbar is a character in the children's book series 'The Adventures of Finbar', where he embarks on various adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Finbar was first seen in the United States in 1998. Finbar has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Finbar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Finbar (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 8 |