What origin is the name Finnegan?

Finnegan comes from Irish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Finnegan?

Names from the same irish tradition pair naturally with Finnegan — for example Riley, Nora, Keira. You can browse more on our irish names page.

Finnegan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Finnegan

Finnegan

Boy

Irish

3 syllables

Finnegan is an Irish boy's name meaning "Fair.".

Parents who choose Finnegan pick a boy name from the Irish tradition, meaning "Fair.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Irish
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Fair.

Popularity

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What does Finnegan mean?

Finnegan is a boy name of Irish origin meaning "Fair.".

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