What does the name Finley mean?

The name Finley means "Fair warrior".

What is the origin of the name Finley?

Finley is a name of Gaelic origin.

How popular is the name Finley?

In 2023, 858 babies were named Finley in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Is Finley a girl's name?

Yes, Finley is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Finley

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Births Last Year: 858 ↘

All-Time Total: 22,150

Peak Year: 2017

Finley is a Scottish surname turned unisex given name. It means "fair warrior" or "fair-haired hero," derived from the Gaelic elements "fionn" (fair) and "laogh" (warrior).

Notable Namesakes

Finley Quaye - British musician known for reggae and pop.
Finley Christie - Australian actress and model.
Finley Tapp - British reality TV personality.
Finley Hobbins - American child actor in "Dumbo" (2019).
Finley Smallwood - Australian actress in "Neighbours" TV series.

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Finley

Piper Eleanor Georgia Harper Millie Sawyer Josie Eden

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Finley

Cooper Weston Everett Beau Easton Ellis Silas Warren

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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