Fintan Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Fintan means white ancient, fair. From Old Irish Fintan, meaning white ancient or fair one

Fintan is built from fionn, meaning white or fair, plus a second element sometimes taken to mean ancient. In Irish tradition, Fintan mac Bóchra was a sage who survived the Flood by turning into a salmon and lived on for thousands of years, passing down the history of Ireland. A number of saints also held the name, including Saint Fintan of Clonenagh. The name has a gentle sound and a deep feeling for history. It is not as common as many of its Irish siblings, which makes it a lovely choice for parents who want something distinctive.

Variants of Fintan

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Well-known people named Fintan

Fintan O'Toole.

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