Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Fiona.
National Rank (2025)
#470
All-Time Peak Rank
#180 (2017)
Total U.S. Births
33,959
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Fiona Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Fiona
According to SSA data, Fiona achieved its highest historical rank of #180 in 2017. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2017 with 1,683 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 56.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 75 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Fiona scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-56.3% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,683Births in 2017
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
75Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:47
1950s:91
1960s:438
1970s:597
1980s:955
1990s:3,133
2000s:8,778
2010s:14,669
2020s:5,251
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesFi-o-na
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with F, a letter used by only 1.3% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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