Fionnula name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- Fionnula
- Name Meaning
- "Fionnula" From the Gaelic fionn, meaning "white, fair".
- Definition
- It is a female given name of Irish Gaelic origin.
- Pronunciations
- FIHN-ah-Luw
- Fion-nula
- fion-nu-la
- Syllable
- Fionnula Syllable count: There are 4 syllables in the name Fionnula
Fionnula Overview and Analysis
Fionnula Gender statistics
The name Fionnula is typically used for Girls. Its a Feminine name with clear gender identification.
Popularity of the name Fionnula
The name Fionnula is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 48,011th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 26,269 | 0% |
| United States | 33,649 | 0% |
| Canada | 40,240 | 0% |
| Australia | 49,205 | 0% |
| New Zealand | 54,272 | 0% |
Where to find Fionnula?
The name Fionnula is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.
Fionnula Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name Fionnula has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Fionnula was most used in 1996 with a usage rate of 60%. It was least used in 1995 with a usage rate of 20%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
Similar Names to Fionnula
Names with a Similar Sound to Fionnula
Here is a list of names that share a similar sound to Fionnula:
- Fenella
- Fionnuala
- Finola
- Fynlee
- Finella
- Faynell
- Fennella
- Vanella
- Finlae
- Fanoula
- Finlea
- Fionnoula
- Finnuala
- Vanille
- Fynnlee
- Finnula
These are 81 names that sound like Fionnula. Explore them all here!
Four Syllable Names Similar to Fionnula
Here is a list of 4 syllable baby names that have the same syllable structure as Fionnula:
- Louvinia
- Leronia
- Azaleya
- Meliana
- Annaleigha
- Ameyali
- Emarosa
- Ariyanah
- Doyinsola
- Olutomi
- Abbielouise
- Alidia
- Manolya
- Olutoyin
- Tonichia
- Gayathiri
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Names starting with F
The name Fionnula begins with the letter F. Here is a list of names that start with the letter F, similar to Fionnula:
- Fryda
- Freddye
- Frankye
- Francille
- Francile
- Frann
- Floribel
- Felipita
- Frederique
- Folake
- Fahrin
- Felesha
- Fabliha
- Finlae
- Fredrika
- Firdows
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Origin and History of the name Fionnula
This name derives from the Proto-Celtic and Irish (Gaelic) “Finnguala”, composed of two elements: “*windos > find > fionn” (white, fair) and “guala” (shoulder), meaning “Fair-shoulder, blonde”.
In Irish mythology, Finnguala was the daughter of Lir of the Túatha Dé Danann.
The Túatha Dé Danann, also known by the earlier name Tuath Dé (the tribe of the gods) are a race of supernaturally-gifted people in Irish mythology.
They are thought to represent the principal deities of pre-Christian Gaelic Ireland.
Fionnula in Chinese
Boy names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 费奥牛娜
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : fèi ào niú nuó
Girl names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 菲欧努娜
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : fěi ōu nǔ nuó
Fionnula in Numerology
| F | I | O | N | N | U | L | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 3 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 7
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 10
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 11
Conclusions about the name Fionnula
Should you named your daughter Fionnula?
According to the gender statistics, the name Fionnula is strongly associated with girls. This is because the name Fionnula is most commonly given to girls. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Fionnula is a girl.
Fionnula is a gender-appropriate name for a daughter. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a son.
Is Fionnula a good name?
The name Fionnula enters the domain of less common yet exceptionally elegant and sophisticated names. These names often possess a sense of grandeur and poise, evoking an aura of refinement and distinction.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name Fionnula?
Pros of the name Fionnula:
- Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
- May not become dated: If Fionnula has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Fionnula is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.