Fiona Talley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Talley — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fiona Talley 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 Talley: André Leon Talley (1948–2022), American journalist Andy Talley (born 1943), American football coach Archie Talley (born 1953), American basketball player Ben Talley (born 1972), American football player Brent Talley (born 1962), American politician Carey Talley (born 1976), American soccer player Darryl Talley (born 1960), American football player David Talley (born 1950), American Roman Catholic bishop Don Talley (1918–1982), American politician Edward R. 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: Talley

English

André Leon Talley (1948–2022), American journalist Andy Talley (born 1943), American football coach Archie Talley (born 1953), American basketball player Ben Talley (born 1972), American football player Brent Talley (born 1962), American politician Carey Talley (born 1976), American soccer player Darryl Talley (born 1960), American football player David Talley (born 1950), American Roman Catholic bishop Don Talley (1918–1982), American politician Edward R.

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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 Talley

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 Talley:

3
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Talley?
The surname Talley originates from English. André Leon Talley (1948–2022), American journalist Andy Talley (born 1943), American football coach Archie Talley (born 1953), American basketball player Ben Talley (born 1972), American football player Brent Talley (born 1962), American politician Carey Talley (born 1976), American soccer player Darryl Talley (born 1960), American football player David Talley (born 1950), American Roman Catholic bishop Don Talley (1918–1982), American politician Edward R.
What are the origins of the name Fiona Talley?
The name Fiona Talley combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Talley originates from English.
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