Find out how popular the first name Findley has been for the last 19 years (from 2005 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Findley by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Findley is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 72% of people named Findley being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 26 male babies and 7 female babies born with the name Findley.

The history of the first name Findley

The name Findley has its roots in the Scottish Gaelic language, originating sometime in the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic words "fionn" meaning fair or white, and "laidh" meaning warrior or hero. The name likely referred to a fair-haired or blonde warrior or soldier.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name dates back to the 13th century, when a man named Findley MacAlister was mentioned in the Annals of Loch Cé, an Irish chronicle. In the 15th century, a Findley MacNab was noted as a clan chief in the Scottish Highlands.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Findley. In the 17th century, Findley McIntosh was a Scottish soldier who fought in the English Civil War and later emigrated to North America. Findley Clinton, born in 1793, was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.

In the 19th century, Findley Patterson was a Scottish-born Canadian businessman and politician who played a key role in the development of the city of Hamilton, Ontario. Findley Carter, born in 1865, was a British architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Savoy Hotel.

More recently, Findley Ralph, born in 1923, was an American artist and sculptor known for his public works of art. He created several large-scale sculptures for cities across the United States.

While the name Findley is not as common today as it once was, it remains a reminder of its rich Scottish heritage and the brave warriors who bore this name throughout history.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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