Finn Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In Scandinavian countries, Finn is also a common name, where it means “person from Finland.”

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A Deep Dive

Finn Overview

Meaning

Fair, white

Gender

Boy

Origin

Irish

Etymology

Derived from the Old Irish name “Fionn.” The name has evolved from its original Gaelic form to its modern usage in various cultures.

Pronunciation

/fɪn/

Popularity

Across Ireland, Germany, and the Netherlands, Finn is a cherished name. In 2023, it secured a spot in the top 200 boys’ names in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

4 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Short, Cool, Mythological

Associated Traits

Adventurous, friendly, creative, dependable

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Finn is associated with Finn MacCool, a legendary Irish hero known for his wisdom and bravery in Celtic mythology.

Name Day

October 10th (Saint Finnian of Clonard)
A Deep Dive

Finn Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Finnegan, Finton, Finlay, Finbar, Finian, Fionn

Common Nicknames

Fini, Finnie, Finny

Diminutives

Fin, Fino

Famous People

  • Finn Wolfhard
    (Canadian Actor)
  • Finn Wittrock
    (American Actor)
  • Finn Balor
    (Irish Wrestler)
  • Finn Carter
    (American Actress)
  • Finn Andrews
    (British-New Zealand Musician)
  • Finn Jones
    (British Actor)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Finn
    ("Star Wars: The Force Awakens," Film Series)
  • "Finding Finn"
    (Novel)
  • Finn Hudson
    ("Glee," TV Series)
  • "Finn's Adventure"
    (Animated Film)
  • Finn the Human
    ("Adventure Time," TV Series)
  • "Finn's Melody"
    (Song)

Places

  • Finn Creek Museum
    (Minnesota, USA)
  • Finn Slough Community
    (British Columbia, Canada)
  • Finn Valley
    (County Donegal, Ireland)
  • Finn Hill Neighborhood
    (Washington, USA)
  • Finns Beach Club
    (Bali, Indonesia)

What Is the Meaning of Finn?

With the Gaelic meaning of ‘fair’ or ‘white,’ Finn is commonly seen as a name for charismatic and adventurous people, radiating confidence and curiosity.

What Is the Origin of The Name Finn?

The name Finn originates from Ireland and has Gaelic roots. It was historically used in Irish mythology, most notably for the legendary hero Finn MacCool, who was renowned for his wisdom and bravery.

Finn Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Finn in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1842021#1762022#1882023
Top 3 Rankings#1662018#1672017#1732019

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Finn

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023188
(-12 from 2022)
1907
(-234 from 2022)
0.10414
2022176
(+8 from 2021)
2141
(+50 from 2021)
0.11431
2021184
(-6 from 2020)
2091
(-56 from 2020)
0.11160
2020178
(-5 from 2019)
2147
(-94 from 2019)
0.11607
2019173
(-7 from 2018)
2241
(-87 from 2018)
0.11661
2018166
(+1 from 2017)
2328
(-53 from 2017)
0.11977
2017167
(+8 from 2016)
2381
(+85 from 2016)
0.12031
2016175
(+34 from 2015)
2296
(+390 from 2015)
0.11335
2015209
(+25 from 2014)
1906
(+321 from 2014)
0.09323
2014234
(+16 from 2013)
1585
(+129 from 2013)
0.07735
2013250
(+41 from 2012)
1456
(+240 from 2012)
0.07205
2012291
(+11 from 2011)
1216
(+126 from 2011)
0.05993
2011302
(-2 from 2010)
1090
(-3 from 2010)
0.05366
2010300
(+42 from 2009)
1093
(+173 from 2009)
0.05320
2009342
(+24 from 2008)
920
(+71 from 2008)
0.04338
2008366
(+20 from 2007)
849
(+66 from 2007)
0.03894
2007386
(+71 from 2006)
783
(+191 from 2006)
0.03535
2006457
(+72 from 2005)
592
(+134 from 2005)
0.02700
2005529
(+40 from 2004)
458
(+58 from 2004)
0.02153
2004569
(+89 from 2003)
400
(+100 from 2003)
0.01893
2003658
(+148 from 2002)
300
(+87 from 2002)
0.01428
2002806
(-4 from 2001)
213
(+4 from 2001)
0.01031
2001802
(+32 from 2000)
209
(+17 from 2000)
0.01010
2000834
(+246 from 1999)
192
(+68 from 1999)
0.00919
19991080
(+208 from 1998)
124
(+31 from 1998)
0.00608
19981288
(+676 from 1997)
93
(+47 from 1997)
0.00459
19971964
(+83 from 1996)
46
(+4 from 1996)
0.00230
19962047
(+299 from 1995)
42
(+9 from 1995)
0.00210
19952346
(+867 from 1994)
33
(+12 from 1994)
0.00164
19943213
(+2148 from 1993)
21
(+11 from 1993)
0.00103
19935361
(-1757 from 1992)
10
(-7 from 1992)
0.00048
19923604
(+402 from 1991)
17
(+3 from 1991)
0.00081
19914006
(+4109 from 1990)
14
(+9 from 1990)
0.00066
19908115
(-1175 from 1989)
5
(-1 from 1989)
0.00023
19896940
(+325 from 1988)
6
(+1 from 1988)
0.00029
19887265
(-2298 from 1987)
5
(-3 from 1987)
0.00025
19874967
(-116 from 1986)
8
No change from 1986
0.00041
19864851
(-297 from 1984)
8
No change from 1984
0.00042
19850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19844554
(-925 from 1983)
8
(-3 from 1983)
0.00043
19833629
(+1839 from 1981)
11
(+5 from 1981)
0.00059
19820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19815468
(-527 from 1980)
6
(-1 from 1980)
0.00032
19804941
(-874 from 1979)
7
(-2 from 1979)
0.00038
19794067
(+98 from 1977)
9
(+1 from 1977)
0.00050
19780
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19774165
(+1421 from 1976)
8
(+3 from 1976)
0.00047
19765586
(-1624 from 1971)
5
(-2 from 1971)
0.00031
19750
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19730
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19720
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19713962
(-648 from 1969)
7
(-1 from 1969)
0.00039
19700
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19693314
(-739 from 1968)
8
(-3 from 1968)
0.00044
19682575
(+983 from 1967)
11
(+5 from 1967)
0.00062
19673558
(-776 from 1966)
6
(-3 from 1966)
0.00034
19662782
(+1148 from 1965)
9
(+4 from 1965)
0.00050
19653930
(-1725 from 1964)
5
(-9 from 1964)
0.00026
19642205
(+651 from 1963)
14
(+5 from 1963)
0.00069
19632856
(+241 from 1961)
9
(+1 from 1961)
0.00044
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19613097
(+240 from 1960)
8
(+1 from 1960)
0.00037
19603337
(+650 from 1959)
7
(+2 from 1959)
0.00032
19593987
(-41 from 1958)
5
No change from 1958
0.00023
19583946
(-6 from 1956)
5
No change from 1956
0.00023
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19563940
(-976 from 1955)
5
(-3 from 1955)
0.00023
19552964
(+459 from 1953)
8
(+2 from 1953)
0.00038
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19533423
(-248 from 1937)
6
No change from 1937
0.00030
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19373175
(+976 from 1928)
6
(+1 from 1928)
0.00055
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19284151
(+17 from 1919)
5
No change from 1919
0.00044
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19194168
(+12 from 1918)
5
No change from 1918
0.00049
19184180
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00048
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Finn

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2072021#2342022#2242023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2062021#2032022#1712023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3042021#2922022#3382023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2132021#1952022#2032023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1442021#1582022#1632023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1852021#1402022#2002023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1132021#1002022#972023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1122021#1102022#1072023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1622021#1672022#1692023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1382021#942022#1022023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1752021#1542022#1712023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#632021#692022#882023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1632021#1572022#2582023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1272021#1202022#1442023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1812021#1632022#1632023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1822021#2072022#2072023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1502021#1212022#1752023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3092021#2672022#3162023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1552021#1722022#2352023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1272021#1212022#1362023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2232021#1572022#1832023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1612021#1722022#2622023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1852021#1712022#1822023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2222021#2102022#2162023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1342021#1042022#1062023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1682021#1832022#2702023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1362021#1172022#1372023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1502021#2212022#2852023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2282021#1682022#1722023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#872021#1042022#1242023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2092021#2352022#2662023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1942021#1602022#822023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#3342021#2332022#3002023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2572021#1922022#2112023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1302021#1592022#1662023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1382021#762022#832023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3102021#2622022#2632023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1322021#1192022#1702023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3162021#3452022#2542023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#842021#932022#982023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1642021#1042022#1622023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#732021#1862022#692023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#692021#922022#1212023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1032021#1502022#1152023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#1002021#922022#632023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1632021#2742022#1462023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#932020#2292021#1162022

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2942021#3052022#4832023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1432021#1852022#1922023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3052020#2102022#2622023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1302018#962020#1102022

Popularity Rankings for Finn in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#42021#42022#82023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#92021#122022#212023

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#112020#142021#102022

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#132021#142022#112023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#182021#182022#132023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#212020#232021#222022

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#252021#332022#322023

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#392020#422021#332022

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#432021#462022#452023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#862019#732020#722021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1212021#1212022#772023

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#1342021#1652022#1412023

Popularity in Greenland

Greenland flagGreenland#1882019#1932020#1762021

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#2202022#2112023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#4102020#3982021#3762022

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#5102017#3892018#5982019

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Finn a Name for Boys or Girls?

While Finn is mainly a boy’s name, it has been increasingly chosen for girls in recent years, signifying its versatile and modern appeal.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Finn

Finn in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Finn Wolfhard (Actor, born 2002): A Canadian actor best known for his role in the TV series "Stranger Things."
  • Finn Wittrock (Actor, born 1984): An American actor who has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including "American Horror Story."
  • Finn Balor (Wrestler, born 1981): An Irish professional wrestler signed to WWE, renowned for his athleticism and charisma in the ring.
  • Finn Carter (Actress, born 1960): An American actress who gained fame for her role in the movie "Tremors."
  • Finn Andrews (Musician, born 1983): A British-New Zealand singer and songwriter, the frontman of the indie rock band The Veils.
  • Finn Jones (Actor, born 1988): A British actor famous for his role as Loras Tyrell in "Game of Thrones."
  • Finn Russell (Rugby Player, born 1992): A Scottish rugby union player who plays as a fly-half for Racing 92 and the Scotland national team.
  • Finn Taylor (Director, born 1958): An American film director and screenwriter known for his work on independent films.
  • Finn Hudson (Fictional Character, "Glee"): A beloved character on the TV show "Glee," portrayed by Cory Monteith (1982-2013).
  • Finn ("Star Wars: The Force Awakens," 2015 Film Series): A former stormtrooper who joins the Resistance to fight against the First Order.
  • "Finding Finn" (2018 Novel): Chronicles the emotional journey of Finn, a young man searching for his true identity and place in the world.
  • Finn Hudson ("Glee," 2009 TV Series): A high school quarterback who finds a new passion in the glee club.
  • "Finn's Adventure" (2021 Animated Film): Follows Finn, a brave fish who embarks on an epic underwater journey to save his family.
  • Finn the Human ("Adventure Time," 2010 TV Series): A young hero in the Land of Ooo who goes on whimsical and daring adventures with his magical dog, Jake.
  • "Finn's Melody" (2020 Song by Luke Hemmings): A heartfelt ballad capturing Finn's bittersweet reflections on love and loss.
  • Finn Collins ("The 100," 2014 TV Series): A resourceful and charismatic young man surviving on a post-apocalyptic Earth.
  • "The Tales of Finn" (2019 Book Series): A fantasy series following Finn, a courageous boy who battles dark forces to protect his homeland.
  • Finn Abernathy ("Bones," 2005 TV Series): A young forensic intern with a troubled past who brings a fresh perspective to the Jeffersonian team.
  • "Finn's Quest" (2017 Video Game): An action-packed adventure game where players join Finn on a mission to rescue his kingdom from evil sorcerers.
  • Finn Creek (Minnesota, USA): A stream in northern Minnesota that flows into the Mississippi River.
  • Finn Slough (British Columbia, Canada): A historic fishing village located on the Fraser River in Richmond.
  • Finn Valley (County Donegal, Ireland): A picturesque valley that runs through the heart of Donegal, offering scenic views and outdoor activities.
  • Finn Hill (Washington, USA): A residential neighborhood in Kirkland, known for its parks and natural landscapes.
  • Finn's Beach Club (Bali, Indonesia): A popular beach club located in Canggu, offering various amenities and stunning ocean views.
  • Finn Road Park (Michigan, USA): A park located in Bay County, featuring camping, fishing, and picnic areas.
  • Finnmark (Northern Norway, Norway): The northernmost county in Norway, famous for its Arctic landscapes and indigenous Sami culture.

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