Finn Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfin / /fɪn/Irish; Old Norse
Meaning
Irish: 'fair' or 'white'; Old Norse: 'from the marsh'
Historical & Cultural Background
Finn is a name with roots in both Irish and Old Norse cultures. In Irish mythology, Finn MacCool is a legendary hero known for his wisdom and strength. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries, over the past few decades.
Trend Summary
Finn has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fin
- Fynn
International Variants
- Fynn (German)
- Finnegan (Irish)
- Fina (Italian)
Famous people named Finn
Finn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor and musician known for his role in the television series 'Stranger Things'.
Finn Balor is an Irish professional wrestler recognized for his work in WWE.
Finn Jones is an English actor famous for his role in 'Game of Thrones'.
Finn Harries is a British YouTuber and filmmaker known for his channel 'JacksGap'.
Fictional characters named Finn
Finn is a main character in the animated film 'Adventure Time', known for his adventurous spirit.
Finn the Human is a protagonist in the 'Adventure Time' series, embarking on quests in the Land of Ooo.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Finn was first seen in the United States in 1918. Finn has ranked as high as #288 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Finn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Finn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 175 | |
| TX | 90 | |
| FL | 85 | |
| PA | 84 | |
| OH | 83 | |
| NY | 81 | |
| NC | 75 | |
| IL | 70 | |
| WA | 68 | |
| UT | 62 | |
| MA | 60 | |
| VA | 53 | |
| GA | 50 | |
| MN | 42 | |
| MI | 41 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 33 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 93 |
| 1999 | 124 |
| 2000 | 192 |
| 2001 | 209 |
| 2002 | 213 |
| 2003 | 300 |
| 2004 | 400 |
| 2005 | 458 |
| 2006 | 592 |
| 2007 | 783 |
| 2008 | 849 |
| 2009 | 920 |
| 2010 | 1,093 |
| 2011 | 1,090 |
| 2012 | 1,216 |
| 2013 | 1,456 |
| 2014 | 1,585 |
| 2015 | 1,906 |
| 2016 | 2,297 |
| 2017 | 2,381 |
| 2018 | 2,329 |
| 2019 | 2,242 |
| 2020 | 2,147 |
| 2021 | 2,092 |
| 2022 | 2,142 |
| 2023 | 1,921 |
| 2024 | 1,791 |