How Popular (or Rare) was Finley in 1996?

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#10,954
1996 Rank
7
1996 Births
#159
Best Rank (2017)
1,866
Peak Year (2017)
22,888
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 250,423
Rarity Factor (1996)

πŸ“Š The Finley Story

Finley is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #10954 in 1996 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 1,866 births ranking #159. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 250,423 girls born was named Finley. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

πŸ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Scottish and Irish surname use  |  Meaning: fair-haired hero

Finley is a bright, energetic name often linked to the meaning fair-haired hero. It feels sporty, modern, and very wearable.

The name moved from Gaelic surname and given-name traditions into mainstream unisex use and later became especially popular for girls. Its appeal comes from friendliness and a lively finish.

Did you know?Finley is one of the names that shows how strongly old Gaelic roots have been adapted into modern unisex style.

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