Finnegan
Finnegan is a boy name that ranked #492 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1995. Its best recorded rank was #377 in 2021.
Latest rank
#492
Peak rank
#377
Reached in 2021
Total recorded usage
9,701
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1995
What To Know About Finnegan
Finnegan remains a practical choice for parents drawn to names with clear pronunciation and established usage. Its English background adds depth without making the name feel heavy or old-fashioned.
Finnegan is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Finnegan appearing in official records as far back as 1995, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #377 in 2021, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: FINNEGAN
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.