Fiona Ingram

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Ingram — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fiona Ingram 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 Ingram: Ingram or Ingrams is a surname, from the given name Ingram. A. I. Gordon-Ingram, major in the Korean War, B Company commander in the Battle of Hill 282 Adam Ingram (born 1951), Scottish National Party (SNP) politician and MSP Adam Ingram (born 1947), British Labour Party politician and MP Alex Ingram (1945–2022), Scottish footballer Sir Arthur Ingram (ca.1565–1642) was an English investor, landowner and politician Arthur Ingram, 3rd Viscount of Irvine (1666–1702), English Member of Parliament and peer Arthur Ingram, 6th Viscount of Irvine (1689–1736), British landowner and politician Arthur B.. 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: Ingram

Scottish

Ingram or Ingrams is a surname, from the given name Ingram. A. I. Gordon-Ingram, major in the Korean War, B Company commander in the Battle of Hill 282 Adam Ingram (born 1951), Scottish National Party (SNP) politician and MSP Adam Ingram (born 1947), British Labour Party politician and MP Alex Ingram (1945–2022), Scottish footballer Sir Arthur Ingram (ca.1565–1642) was an English investor, landowner and politician Arthur Ingram, 3rd Viscount of Irvine (1666–1702), English Member of Parliament and peer Arthur Ingram, 6th Viscount of Irvine (1689–1736), British landowner and politician Arthur B..

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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

Numerology

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

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 Ingram?
The surname Ingram originates from Scottish. Ingram or Ingrams is a surname, from the given name Ingram. A. I. Gordon-Ingram, major in the Korean War, B Company commander in the Battle of Hill 282 Adam Ingram (born 1951), Scottish National Party (SNP) politician and MSP Adam Ingram (born 1947), British Labour Party politician and MP Alex Ingram (1945–2022), Scottish footballer Sir Arthur Ingram (ca.1565–1642) was an English investor, landowner and politician Arthur Ingram, 3rd Viscount of Irvine (1666–1702), English Member of Parliament and peer Arthur Ingram, 6th Viscount of Irvine (1689–1736), British landowner and politician Arthur B..
What are the origins of the name Fiona Ingram?
The name Fiona Ingram combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Ingram originates from Scottish.
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