Finn Boy

Popularity: #202 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: fin //fɪn//

Origin: Irish; Old Norse

Meaning: Irish: 'fair' or 'white'; Old Norse: 'from the marsh'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Finn has its roots in the Old Irish word "finn," meaning "fair" or "white." This term is derived from the Proto-Celtic *windo-, which also conveys the meaning of brightness or whiteness. The name entered the English language through the influence of Irish culture and literature, particularly during the 19th century when interest in Celtic mythology and folklore surged.

The name is often associated with the legendary figure Finn MacCool, a hero in Irish mythology known for his wisdom and strength, who is said to have led the Fianna, a band of warriors in ancient Ireland. Historically, the name Finn has been borne by various notable figures, including Finnian of Clonard, a 6th-century saint who is credited with founding a monastic school in Ireland.

His influence helped spread Christianity throughout the region, and he is commemorated in various hagiographies. The name also appears in medieval literature, such as the "Táin Bó Cúailnge," where Finn MacCool is a prominent character.

The name's association with heroism and nobility in these stories contributed to its enduring presence in Irish culture. Culturally, Finn has been embraced in various forms of art and literature, symbolizing bravery and adventure.

The name's connection to the legendary hero Finn MacCool has made it a symbol of Irish identity and pride. Additionally, diminutive forms like Finny have emerged, reflecting a more affectionate or familiar usage.

Overall, the name Finn carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in ancient language and mythology, which has allowed it to resonate through the centuries.

Famous people named Finn

In this section, you will find notable people named Finn. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Finn who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Finn who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Finn Wolfhard is an actor and musician best known for Stranger Things, It, and The Goldfinch.

Finn Balor is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE and as the first Universal Champion.

Fictional characters named Finn

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Finn is a fictional character from the animated television series Adventure Time. He is a brave and adventurous human boy who embarks on quests in the Land of Ooo alongside his best friend Jake the Dog.

Finn is a fictional character from the Star Wars sequel trilogy. He is a former stormtrooper who becomes a key member of the Resistance in their fight against the First Order.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Finn, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Finn. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Finn was first seen in the United States in 1918.

Finn has ranked as high as #301 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)

The name Finn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Finn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Finn.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 1,717 1,702 15
2024 1,807 1,799 8
2023 1,938 1,921 17
2022 2,158 2,144 14
2021 2,113 2,092 21
2020 2,171 2,147 24
2019 2,269 2,243 26
2018 2,352 2,329 23
2017 2,417 2,382 35
2016 2,325 2,297 28
2015 1,932 1,906 26
2014 1,604 1,585 19
2013 1,472 1,456 16
2012 1,227 1,216 11
2011 1,106 1,090 16
2010 1,104 1,093 11
2009 942 920 22
2008 870 850 20
2007 797 783 14
2006 601 592 9
2005 470 458 12
2004 408 400 8
2003 308 300 8
2002 218 213 5
2001 215 209 6
2000 203 192 11
1999 130 124 6
1998 93 93 0
1997 46 46 0
1996 42 42 0
1995 33 33 0
1994 21 21 0
1993 10 10 0
1992 17 17 0
1991 14 14 0
1990 5 5 0
1989 6 6 0
1988 5 5 0
1987 8 8 0
1986 8 8 0
1984 8 8 0
1983 11 11 0
1981 6 6 0
1980 7 7 0
1979 8 8 0
1977 8 8 0
1976 5 5 0
1971 7 7 0
1970 5 5 0
1969 8 8 0
1968 11 11 0
1967 6 6 0
1966 9 9 0
1965 5 5 0
1964 14 14 0
1963 9 9 0
1962 5 5 0
1961 8 8 0
1960 7 7 0
1959 5 5 0
1958 6 6 0
1956 5 5 0
1955 8 8 0
1953 6 6 0
1937 6 6 0
1928 5 5 0
1919 5 5 0
1918 5 5 0

Top States for Finn (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 175
10%
TX 90
5%
FL 85
5%
PA 84
5%
OH 83
5%
NY 81
5%
NC 75
4%
IL 70
4%
WA 68
4%
CO 62
3%
UT 62
3%
MA 60
3%
VA 53
3%
NJ 50
3%
GA 50
3%
MN 42
2%
MI 41
2%
TN 37
2%
OR 34
2%
IN 33
2%
WI 33
2%
AZ 30
2%
MO 29
2%
KY 26
1%
LA 26
1%
MD 25
1%
CT 24
1%
AL 22
1%
IA 21
1%
OK 20
1%
SC 20
1%
KS 19
1%
ID 17
1%
NH 15
1%
AR 13
1%
ME 12
1%
DC 11
1%
MT 11
1%
NE 10
1%
MS 9
1%
NV 8
0%
DE 8
0%
VT 7
0%
HI 6
0%
ND 6
0%
NM 6
0%
SD 6
0%
WV 6
0%