Origin:Scottish / Old Irish
Meaning:White warrior
Finlay is an anglicised version of the Scottish name Fionnlagh, which means "white warrior" (from the Old Irish finn - "white, fair" and láech - "warrior"). It has also been commonly used as a surname. It is most popular in Scotland. Overall, the name peaked in popularity as a given name in the early 2000s.
Trend in position over time since 2010
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