girl name · Scottish origin
Iona
/ eye-OH-nah /
Meaning
Iona means Island (Scottish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
eye-OH-nah
Popularity
#2667 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Iona in the US, 1880–2025
Iona first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1918, when 404 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 65.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Iona mean?
Iona is the name of a sacred Hebridean island, a cradle of Celtic Christianity.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iona mean?
Iona means Island. Iona is the name of a sacred Hebridean island, a cradle of Celtic Christianity.
What is the origin of the name Iona?
Iona is of Scottish origin.
How do you pronounce Iona?
Iona is pronounced “eye-OH-nah.”
Is Iona a boy or a girl name?
Iona is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Iona?
In 2025, Iona ranked #2667 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Iona most popular?
Iona was most popular in 1918, when about 404 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.