Finnegan

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Finnegan is an boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Fair”.

MeaningFair
GenderBoy
OriginIrish
PronunciationFIN-ə-gən
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Ireland

Meaning and origin of Finnegan

Finnegan comes from the Irish surname Ó Fionnagáin, 'descendant of Fionnagán', a pet form of Fionn, 'fair'. It is famous through James Joyce's novel Finnegans Wake and the Irish ballad Finnegan's Wake. As a first name it is recent, especially in the US. It is often shortened to Finn.

Is Finnegan a religious name?

Finnegan has no religious background; it is an Irish surname name.

How popular is Finnegan?

Rising in the US as an Irish-themed choice.

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Spellings and variants of Finnegan

FineganFinnigan

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Finnegan mean?

Finnegan means 'Fair'. It is of Irish origin.

Does Finnegan have a religious meaning?

Finnegan has no religious background; it is an Irish surname name.

How do you pronounce Finnegan?

Finnegan is pronounced FIN-ə-gən.

Is Finnegan a boy or girl name?

Finnegan is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.