Declining since 2021, #2,183 for boys today.
Popularity of Fynn since 2000
Babies named Fynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 197 |
| 2010s | 78 | 834 |
| 2020s | 11 | 569 |
Meaning & origin
Fynn first appeared in U.S. records in 2000 and climbed to a peak rank of 2,183 in 2022, its most popular year. Since 2021, its trajectory has been falling, reflecting a slight decline after a short period of growth. The name is most common in Kansas and Pennsylvania. Though its origins are debated, Fynn is widely seen as a modern, streamlined variant of Finn, offering a distinctive spelling while retaining the crisp, one-syllable sound. Its modest rank and recent emergence make it a less common alternative to the more popular Finn, appealing to parents seeking a name that feels both contemporary and rooted in tradition.
Fynn is a modern spelling variant of Finn, which derives from the Irish name Fionn, meaning "fair" or "white." In Irish mythology, Fionn mac Cumhaill was a legendary warrior. The name also appears in German as a short form of names beginning with Finn- (e.g., Finnegan) or as a given name in its own right. Fynn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in German-speaking countries and the United Kingdom.
Where Fynn is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Fynn” around the world
Where Fynn lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Fynn
Names that share Fynn's style, for a brother or sister.
