Fiona Boucher

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Boucher — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fiona Boucher is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Fiona is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world. The surname Boucher: Boucher is a French surname. List of people with surname Boucher Adrian Boucher (c. 1760–1804), French architect Alexandre Boucher (1770–1861), French violinist Alfred Boucher (1850–1934), French sculptor Andrée Boucher (1937–2007), Canadian municipal politician Anouk Leblanc-Boucher (born 1984), Canadian Olympic speed skater Anthony Boucher (1911–1968), American fiction author Arthur Boucher (1870–1948), Wales international rugby union player Billy Boucher (1899–1958), Canadian professional ice hockey player Brian Boucher (born 1977), American professional ice hockey player Butterfly Boucher . Fiona is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.2 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Fiona reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Fiona

Meaning: fair, white

Celtic

Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world.

Surname: Boucher

French

Boucher is a French surname. List of people with surname Boucher Adrian Boucher (c. 1760–1804), French architect Alexandre Boucher (1770–1861), French violinist Alfred Boucher (1850–1934), French sculptor Andrée Boucher (1937–2007), Canadian municipal politician Anouk Leblanc-Boucher (born 1984), Canadian Olympic speed skater Anthony Boucher (1911–1968), American fiction author Arthur Boucher (1870–1948), Wales international rugby union player Billy Boucher (1899–1958), Canadian professional ice hockey player Brian Boucher (born 1977), American professional ice hockey player Butterfly Boucher .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Fiona is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 50%
United States 25%
Australia 15%
Ireland 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Fiona by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Fiona has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Fionna
  • Ffiona
  • Fionnghuala

Notable People Named Fiona Boucher

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Fiona Boucher:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Fiona?
The first name Fiona originates from Celtic. Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world.
When was Fiona most popular?
The name Fiona reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Boucher?
The surname Boucher originates from French. Boucher is a French surname. List of people with surname Boucher Adrian Boucher (c. 1760–1804), French architect Alexandre Boucher (1770–1861), French violinist Alfred Boucher (1850–1934), French sculptor Andrée Boucher (1937–2007), Canadian municipal politician Anouk Leblanc-Boucher (born 1984), Canadian Olympic speed skater Anthony Boucher (1911–1968), American fiction author Arthur Boucher (1870–1948), Wales international rugby union player Billy Boucher (1899–1958), Canadian professional ice hockey player Brian Boucher (born 1977), American professional ice hockey player Butterfly Boucher .
What are the origins of the name Fiona Boucher?
The name Fiona Boucher combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Boucher originates from French.
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