US Popularity:827
Origin:Irish
Meaning:fair or pale
Shrek fans know Fiona as the feisty wife of the lovable movie ogre. The name has an Irish and Gaelic pedigree and comes from “fionn,” which means "fair" or "pale." It’s thought to have been coined by a Scottish poet in the 19th century. Despite its short history, Fiona is probably the most well-known Irish female name. Its American popularity is reflected in its upward climb on the baby-name charts

Common Nicknames for Fiona

What’s not to like about the name Fiona? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Fiona

How Popular Is The Name Fiona?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Fiona is currently #392 on The Bump
Girl:Fiona is currently #280 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Fiona is currently #827 in U.S. births
Girl:Fiona is currently #400 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#400
in 2023
- 43
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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