Fiona Look

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Look — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Fiona Look 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 Look: Bruce Look (born 1943), American baseball player Dean Look (born 1937), American football and baseball player Kairi Look (born 1983), Estonian children's author Simon Look (born 1958), Israeli footballer Gerrit van Look (born 1985), German rugby union player 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: Look

English

Bruce Look (born 1943), American baseball player Dean Look (born 1937), American football and baseball player Kairi Look (born 1983), Estonian children's author Simon Look (born 1958), Israeli footballer Gerrit van Look (born 1985), German rugby union player

Advertisement

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:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

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 Look

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 Look:

8
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Look?
The surname Look originates from English. Bruce Look (born 1943), American baseball player Dean Look (born 1937), American football and baseball player Kairi Look (born 1983), Estonian children's author Simon Look (born 1958), Israeli footballer Gerrit van Look (born 1985), German rugby union player
What are the origins of the name Fiona Look?
The name Fiona Look combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Look originates from English.
Advertisement