Fiona Garrity

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Garrity — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fiona Garrity 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 Garrity: Chris Garrity (born 1981), professional lacrosse goaltender Douglas Alan Garrity, American engineer Freddie Garrity (1936–2006), singer and actor in the 1960s pop band Freddie and the Dreamers George F. Garrity (1895–1967), United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Gregg Garrity (born 1960), former professional American football wide receiver Jack Garrity (1926–2015), retired ice hockey player James A. 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: Garrity

English

Chris Garrity (born 1981), professional lacrosse goaltender Douglas Alan Garrity, American engineer Freddie Garrity (1936–2006), singer and actor in the 1960s pop band Freddie and the Dreamers George F. Garrity (1895–1967), United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Gregg Garrity (born 1960), former professional American football wide receiver Jack Garrity (1926–2015), retired ice hockey player James A.

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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 Garrity

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 Garrity:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Garrity?
The surname Garrity originates from English. Chris Garrity (born 1981), professional lacrosse goaltender Douglas Alan Garrity, American engineer Freddie Garrity (1936–2006), singer and actor in the 1960s pop band Freddie and the Dreamers George F. Garrity (1895–1967), United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Gregg Garrity (born 1960), former professional American football wide receiver Jack Garrity (1926–2015), retired ice hockey player James A.
What are the origins of the name Fiona Garrity?
The name Fiona Garrity combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Garrity originates from English.
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