Iona is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #520 in 2025 with 77 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2000 with 210 births ranking #199. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 39.4%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 3,289 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.