girl name · Scottish origin
Fiona
/ fee-OH-nuh /
Meaning
Fiona means Fair, white (Scottish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
fee-OH-nuh
Popularity
#470 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Fiona in the US, 1880–2025
Fiona first appears in US records in 1942. It peaked in 2017, when 1,683 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 654.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Fiona mean?
From the Gaelic fionn, “fair” or “white,” coined by the poet James Macpherson.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fiona mean?
Fiona means Fair, white. From the Gaelic fionn, “fair” or “white,” coined by the poet James Macpherson.
What is the origin of the name Fiona?
Fiona is of Scottish origin.
How do you pronounce Fiona?
Fiona is pronounced “fee-OH-nuh.”
Is Fiona a boy or a girl name?
Fiona is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Fiona?
In 2025, Fiona ranked #470 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Fiona most popular?
Fiona was most popular in 2017, when about 1,683 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.