Fyn
A feminine Welsh name meaning "fair" or "blessed".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Fyn. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Fyn today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fyn births was 2022 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fyn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Fyn with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Fyn. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2022
5 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2022 SSA rank
#12,969
Tracked since 2022
Popularity
Fyn: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Fyn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Fyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Fyn
The given name Fyn has its roots in the Celtic and Gaelic languages. It is believed to have originated from the Old Irish word "fionn," which means "fair-haired" or "white." This name was particularly popular among the ancient Celts and Gaels, who inhabited parts of Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man.
The earliest recorded use of the name Fyn can be traced back to the 6th century AD, when it appeared in ancient Irish manuscripts and genealogical records. It was a common name among the Irish nobility and ruling classes during this period. One notable figure bearing this name was Fyn mac Crimthainn, a 7th-century Irish king who ruled over the Kingdom of Munster.
In the 9th century, the name Fyn gained prominence in Scotland, where it was adopted by the Gaelic-speaking Scots. During this time, a Scottish king named Fyn mac Áengusa reigned over the Kingdom of Dalriada, which encompassed parts of western Scotland and northeastern Ireland.
As the name spread across Europe, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Finn, Fionn, and Fynn. One of the most famous historical figures with this name was Finn MacCool (or Finn mac Cumaill), a legendary Irish warrior and mythological hero from the Fenian Cycle of Irish mythology. He is believed to have lived during the 3rd century AD and is renowned for his wisdom, bravery, and leadership.
Another notable figure with the name Fyn was Finn Arngrimsson, a 10th-century Norwegian chieftain and explorer who is credited with discovering and naming Greenland. He played a crucial role in the Norse exploration and settlement of the island.
In the 12th century, a Welsh prince named Fyn ap Gwrgant rose to prominence as a powerful ruler in the Kingdom of Morgannwg, which encompassed parts of present-day South Wales. He is remembered for his military exploits and his efforts to maintain Welsh independence against Norman invaders.
Fyn Courtney, an English nobleman and military leader from the late 12th century, was another prominent figure with this name. He served as the Lord of Courtney and participated in various military campaigns during the reigns of King Richard I and King John.
Throughout history, the name Fyn has been associated with bravery, leadership, and a connection to Celtic and Gaelic heritage. While its popularity may have waxed and waned over time, it has remained a part of the cultural fabric of many regions, particularly in Ireland, Scotland, and parts of Wales.
People
Fyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Fyn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fyn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Fyn a common name?
We classify Fyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Fyn was 2022, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fyn is about 4 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Fyn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Fyn a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fyn in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Fyn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Fyn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Fyn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Fyn?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Fyn on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.