Finleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Finleigh originates from Old English, meaning 'meadow of the Finns'. It has evolved through various forms and retains a modern appeal as a unisex name. The name is not biblically referenced and has gained popularity in recent years, reflecting contemporary naming trends.
The name Finleigh is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Finleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Finleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10086th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2419th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Finleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Finleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈfɪnli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Finleigh is derived from the Old English elements 'finn', meaning 'Finn' or 'from Finland', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It suggests a place associated with a person from Finland or a clearing in the woods.
Meaning
meadow of the Finns
Language Evolution
Finleigh, Finley, Fionnlagh
Historical Usage
Finleigh, although a modern variant, has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a unisex name.
Variants & Derivatives
Finley, Finlay, Finn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Finleigh is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with uniqueness and charm.
Famous People
Finleigh J. McCarthy, Finleigh R. Harris
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Finleigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Finleigh"
"Finleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10086th of 35406 | 156 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2419th of 30306 | 904 |
Regional Popularity of "Finleigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Finleigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.23% 2280th/3984 |
71.72% 3218th/4487 |
34.29% 2339th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Finleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Finleigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.