Iona

Meaning blessed
Origin Greek, Scottish
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 3
Syllabification I-o-na

About Iona

Simplicity meets distinction in this elegant four-letter choice that carries surprising depth despite its brevity. The vowel-rich composition creates a lyrical quality that's both soft and memorable, offering beauty without complexity. This name possesses a timeless quality that defies trends, having endured through centuries while remaining relatively uncommon in contemporary use. Its geographic and cultural associations add layers of interest without overwhelming its simple beauty. Parents drawn to this name often value understated elegance and prefer substance over flash, seeking something meaningful that doesn't require explanation. The easy pronunciation belies its uncommon status, making it accessible while distinctive. It pairs beautifully with many middle names and surnames, offering flexibility in family naming traditions while maintaining its own strong identity.

Variations of Name Iona

Ione
Ionna
Ioanna
Ilona
Iris
Isabel
Ivy

Nicknames for Iona

Io
Oni
Ona
Onie
Nana
Iona

Famous People Named Iona

Iona OpieBritish folklorist and children's book author
Iona BrownBritish violinist and conductor
Iona CampagnoloCanadian politician and former Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia
Iona LeighAmerican YouTube personality and musician
Iona YakirSoviet World War II pilot and Hero of the Soviet Union

Characters Named Iona

Iona PayneCharacter in the novel "Chaos Walking" by Patrick Ness
Iona SkyeCharacter in the film "Say Anything.."
IonaSiren of the Sands - Character in the video game "Borderlands 3"
Iona MorrisCharacter in the TV series "Teen Wolf"
Iona KhanCharacter in the novel "The Bone Clocks" by David Mitchell

Other Popular Names Beginning with I

Ivie
Ida
Iyla
Itzae
Ivy
Indie
Isha
Ily
Inaaya
Iyanna