Finnian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFIN-ee-an / /ˈfɪn.i.ən/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: fair; white; Latin: little fair one
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Finnian is derived from the name Fionn, meaning 'fair' or 'white', often associated with nobility and purity. The Latin origin connects to the diminutive form, suggesting a young or small person, reinforcing the idea of innocence and youth.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Finian
- Fintan
International Variants
- Fionn (Irish)
- Fina (Spanish)
Famous people named Finnian
Finnian McGowan — Irish footballer.
Finnian O'Neill — Irish politician.
Fictional characters named Finnian
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Finnian was first seen in the United States in 1993. Finnian has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Finnian has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Finnian (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 11 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 41 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 73 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2005 | 111 |
| 2006 | 123 |
| 2007 | 146 |
| 2008 | 136 |
| 2009 | 132 |
| 2010 | 128 |
| 2011 | 133 |
| 2012 | 130 |
| 2013 | 127 |
| 2014 | 125 |
| 2015 | 167 |
| 2016 | 187 |
| 2017 | 175 |
| 2018 | 162 |
| 2019 | 148 |
| 2020 | 122 |
| 2021 | 127 |
| 2022 | 122 |
| 2023 | 109 |
| 2024 | 116 |