gender neutral
Finn
fair, white
About Finn
Short, sweet, and impossibly charming—this name packs remarkable personality into just four letters. It evokes images of adventure and literary heroism, carrying associations with beloved characters who embody courage and heart. The name's Gaelic heritage connects to rich storytelling traditions, though it has transcended its roots to achieve universal appeal. Modern parents appreciate its effortless cool factor without trying too hard, that rare quality of being both trendy and enduring.
The single-syllable punch makes it memorable and strong, while its friendly sound keeps it approachable. It works brilliantly as a standalone choice or as a nickname for longer variations, offering flexibility. Whether your son becomes an artist, athlete, entrepreneur, or scholar, this name adapts seamlessly. Its rising popularity reflects contemporary naming preferences, yet it never feels overused or manufactured.
Popularity of the Name Finn
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #834 | #136 | #55 | #125 | #501 |
| 2001 | #801 | #135 | #37 | #95 | #616 |
| 2002 | #805 | #123 | #64 | #88 | #459 |
| 2003 | #659 | #116 | #52 | #75 | #417 |
| 2004 | #569 | #105 | #50 | #71 | #341 |
| 2005 | #529 | #104 | #40 | #57 | #346 |
| 2006 | #457 | #106 | #39 | #66 | #325 |
| 2007 | #387 | #104 | #36 | #54 | #250 |
| 2008 | #366 | #110 | #49 | #50 | #253 |
| 2009 | #342 | #114 | #50 | #48 | #226 |
| 2010 | #300 | #119 | #44 | #46 | #208 |
| 2011 | #303 | #114 | #44 | #36 | #225 |
| 2012 | #291 | #116 | #47 | #38 | #218 |
| 2013 | #250 | #102 | #45 | #30 | #178 |
| 2014 | #234 | #104 | #58 | #33 | #194 |
| 2015 | #209 | #103 | #37 | #30 | #157 |
| 2016 | #175 | #87 | #32 | #20 | #150 |
| 2017 | #167 | #79 | #29 | #23 | #133 |
| 2018 | #166 | #62 | #30 | #18 | #134 |
| 2019 | #173 | #64 | #32 | #23 | #153 |
| 2020 | #179 | #62 | #25 | #9 | #133 |
| 2021 | #184 | #61 | #25 | #15 | #140 |
| 2022 | #177 | #63 | #33 | #15 | #134 |
| 2023 | #187 | #68 | #32 | #12 | #130 |
| 2024 | #198 | #63 | #22 | #13 | #165 |
| 2025 | #206 | #57 | #37 | #16 | #164 |
| 1997 | #228 | #99 | #213 | #897 | |
| 1998 | #189 | #79 | #147 | ||
| 1999 | #145 | #68 | #185 | #801 | |
| 1990 | #273 | #268 | |||
| 1991 | #248 | #269 | |||
| 1992 | #328 | #241 | |||
| 1993 | #230 | #362 | |||
| 1994 | #245 | #280 | |||
| 1995 | #154 | #237 | |||
| 1996 | #118 | #215 | |||
| 1982 | #311 | ||||
| 1986 | #336 | ||||
| 1987 | #327 | ||||
| 1988 | #344 | ||||
| 1989 | #331 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Finn
Names Similar to Finn
Nicknames for Finn
- Fin
- Finny
Famous People Named Finn
| Finn Wolfhard | Canadian actor |
| Finn Balor | Irish professional wrestler |
| Finn Harries | British YouTuber |
| Finn Wittrock | American actor |
| Finn Cole | English actor |
| Finn Russell | Scottish rugby player |
| Finn Bálor | Irish professional wrestler |
| Finn Andrews | New Zealand musician |
| Finn Carter | American actress |
| Finn Jones | English actor |
| Finn Green | Australian footballer |
| Finn Taylor | American film director |
| Finn Nielsen | Danish handball player |
| Finn Tugwell | Danish rower |
| Finn Hurley | Australian Paralympic swimmer |
| Finn Schumacher | German actor |
| Finn Malmgren | Swedish oceanographer |
| Finn Golding | Australian cricketer |
Characters Named Finn
| Finn the Human | Adventure Time |
| Finn Hudson | Glee |
| Finn Nelson | My Mad Fat Diary |
| Finn Collins | The 100 |
| Finn Abernathy | Bones |
| Finn Polmar | The Good Wife |
| Finn McMissile | Cars 2 |
| Finn MacCool | Irish mythology |