Iona: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A sacred island blessed with purple heather.
- Origin
- Celtic
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #3052
- Peak
- #318 in 1918
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Iona Means
Iona is a girl name of Celtic origin. A sacred island blessed with purple heather.
How Popular Iona Is
Iona currently ranks #3052 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #318 in 1918. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Iona
- Iona peaked at #318 in the U.S. in 1918.
- Iona is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Iona
Other Celtic names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Iona
Celtic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Iona.
Questions About Iona
What does Iona mean?
Iona is a girl name of Celtic origin. A sacred island blessed with purple heather.
How popular is Iona?
Iona currently ranks #3052 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #318 in 1918. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Iona come from?
Iona comes from Celtic roots. Iona peaked at #318 in the U.S. in 1918.
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