Fionnuala Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfin-OO-lah / /fɪnˈuːlə/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'white shoulder'; Gaelic: 'fair-shouldered'
Historical & Cultural Background
Fionnuala is a traditional Irish name with roots in mythology. It is associated with the Children of Lir, a famous tale in Irish folklore. In the story, Fionnuala is transformed into a swan along with her siblings. The name has been used in various forms throughout Irish history and remains popular in modern times.
Trend Summary
Fionnuala has seen a modest presence in the US, with occasional peaks in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fionnghuala
- Fionula
International Variants
- Fionnuala (Irish)
- Finola (Irish)
Famous people named Fionnuala
Fionnuala Flanagan is an Irish actress known for her roles in film and television.
Fionnuala McCormack is an Irish long-distance runner who has represented her country in various international competitions.
Fictional characters named Fionnuala
Fionnuala appears in the Irish myth 'The Children of Lir' as one of the main characters.
Fionnuala is a character in the novel 'The Swan Maiden' by the author, where she is depicted as a mystical figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fionnuala was first seen in the United States in 1985. Fionnuala has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Fionnuala has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fionnuala
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |