More details about the name “Fiona”
Fiona is a classic and elegant name that comes from Scottish Gaelic girl names meaning white, fair or pure. This name is derived from the Gaelic word Fionn. It gained importance through literary use, particularly by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century and author William Sharp. This name is popular in English-speaking countries and produces culture and grace.
Famous people include singer-songwriter Fiona Apple and journalist Fiona Bruce. This name also vibrates in pop culture through characters like Princess Fiona in Shrek and Fiona Gallagher in Shameless. It pairs beautifully with nicknames like Fi or Fifi and variants such as Fionna or Fionnuala.
Irish girl names like Fiona are associated with the numerological value of 6 symbolizing peace and nurturing. It gives a modern charm and continues to captivate as a name of beauty and strength. This name ranked around the Top 300 names for girls in the U.S. and has remained a popular choice.
Source: Social Security Administration, Girl Names Data