Finn
Finn: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɪn/
Meaning and origin of Finn
- A male given name from Irish.
Etymology
An Old and Middle Irish form of Fionn.
How popular is Finn?
Since 1880, 431 girls and 34,949 boys in the U.S. have been named Finn (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4168 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #166 in 2018. In 2025 it ranked #206 for boys, with 1,717 babies given the name.
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Finn FAQ
What does the name Finn mean?
A male given name from Irish. An Old and Middle Irish form of Fionn.
What is the origin of the name Finn?
Finn is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Finn?
Since 1880, 431 girls and 34,949 boys in the U.S. have been named Finn (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4168 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #166 in 2018. In 2025 it ranked #206 for boys, with 1,717 babies given the name.
Is Finn a boy or girl name?
Finn is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 431 girls and 34,949 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.