Finnigan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Finnigan is an Irish name meaning 'fair' or 'white', originating from the surname 'Ó Fionnagáin'. It evolved from historical forms like Fionnagán and gained popularity in the 19th century. The name is often associated with traits of charm and playfulness, and it has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Finnigan"
Pronunciation
/ˈfɪnɪɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Finnigan is derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Fionnagáin', which means 'descendant of Fionnagán'. The root 'fionn' means 'fair' or 'white', and the diminutive suffix '-agán' implies 'little'.
Meaning
fair, white
Language Evolution
Fionnagán, Ó Fionnagáin, Finnigan
Historical Usage
The name Finnigan began to gain popularity in the 19th century, particularly among Irish immigrants in the United States and other English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Finn, Finny, Fingal
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Finnigan is perceived as a charming and friendly name, often associated with a playful and adventurous personality.
Famous People
Finnigan Oldfield, Australian actor, Finnigan Fox, American artist
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 103 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in Colorado
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Finnigan"
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 "Finnigan"
"Finnigan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3474th of 24088 | 443 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2037th of 23106 | 859 |
Regional Popularity of "Finnigan" 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) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
- |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.90% 1470th/3984 |
45.22% 2029th/4487 |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
41.67% 2615th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Finnigan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Finnigan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Finnigan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Finnigan" in the United States
The name Finnigan is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Finnigan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Finnigan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3474th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2037th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Finnigan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.