Finley
Finley: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛfΙͺnli/
Meaning and origin of Finley
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Variant of Finlay.
How popular is Finley?
Since 1880, 22,908 girls and 19,380 boys in the U.S. have been named Finley (54% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #159 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #265 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #415 for girls, with 1,770 babies given the name.
Names similar to Finley
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Sibling name ideas for Finley
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Finley FAQ
What does the name Finley mean?
A unisex given name transferred from the surname. Variant of Finlay.
What is the origin of the name Finley?
Finley is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Finley?
Since 1880, 22,908 girls and 19,380 boys in the U.S. have been named Finley (54% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #159 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #265 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #415 for girls, with 1,770 babies given the name.
Is Finley a boy or girl name?
Finley is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (22,908 girls and 19,380 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.