Fionnuala
Fionnuala is an girl name of Irish origin, meaning “White shoulder”.
| Meaning | White shoulder |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | fin-NOO-lah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Ireland, Northern Ireland |
Meaning and origin of Fionnuala
Fionnuala comes from Fionnghuala, made of fionn 'white, fair' and guala 'shoulder'. In the legend of the Children of Lir, Fionnuala and her brothers are turned into swans by a jealous stepmother and spend nine hundred years on the waters of Ireland. The name has produced several shorter forms, including Nuala and the anglicised Finola. In Scotland it became Fenella.
Is Fionnuala a religious name?
Fionnuala comes from Irish legend; the Children of Lir story ends with the swans hearing a Christian bell, but the name itself is not a saint's name.
How popular is Fionnuala?
Recognised and used in Ireland, though less common than its short form Nuala in some generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fionnuala mean?
Fionnuala means 'White shoulder'. It is of Irish origin.
Does Fionnuala have a religious meaning?
Fionnuala comes from Irish legend; the Children of Lir story ends with the swans hearing a Christian bell, but the name itself is not a saint's name.
How do you pronounce Fionnuala?
Fionnuala is pronounced fin-NOO-lah.
Is Fionnuala a boy or girl name?
Fionnuala is usually a girl name.