Phineus vs Iona

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phineus

Boy #24,227 Most Popular

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Girl #2,771 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"island (of Saint Columba)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic place name

Scottish Irish Welsh British Christian

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Phineus Rank #24,227

Iona Rank #2,771

Iona is more popular, ranked #2771 vs #24227 for Phineus.

Is Phineus or Iona more popular?

Iona is more popular, ranked #2771 compared to Phineus at #24227 in the United States.

What do Phineus and Iona mean?

Iona means "island (of Saint Columba)" (Scottish Gaelic place name origin).

Are Phineus and Iona boy or girl names?

Phineus is primarily a boy name. Iona is primarily a girl name.