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Findley

Boy name · 5 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Findley: 5 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2003.

Findley has deep Scottish roots, evolving from the Gaelic *Fionnlagh*, meaning "fair warrior" or "white hero." The name was borne by Findley, a 16th-century Scottish clan chief of the Mackintoshes, known for his fierce loyalty. While not widely famous globally, the name shares a lineage with the more common Finlay, and both are tied to the Scottish clan MacFhionnlaigh. Place connections are subtle, though the name’s meaning echoes through locations like Finlaggan on Islay, an ancient seat of the Lords of the Isles. A notable variant is Finley, a popular spelling in modern Scotland, and the name has a quiet dignity, often chosen for its blend of strength and heritage.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20035 babies
Latest (2003)
#3615 babies
Total births
5since 2003
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2003 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).