Iona is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #12974 in 2024 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 5 births ranking #13291. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 343,063 boys born was named Iona. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Iona is a serene place-inspired name with a soft, spiritual feel. It sounds gentle, elegant, and quietly distinctive.
The name draws much of its appeal from the sacred and historical associations of the Scottish island. Its use as a first name feels both cultured and calm.