Iona is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #416 in 2021 with 107 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2000 with 210 births ranking #199. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 15.7%. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 2,561 girls 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.