Noah Blackwell

By Noah Blackwell
Modern Naming Trends Expert

Updated on September 03, 2024

Fionnguala

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Origin: Irish

Meaning: Fair shoulder, white shoulder

Fionnguala is an Irish girl’s name and a variant spelling of Fionnuala. Meaning “fair shoulder” or “white shoulder,” this name is connected with myth and magic. In Irish mythology, it’s linked to the Túatha Dé Danann, a race of supernaturally gifted beings. It makes a spot-on fit if you want to foster a baby’s ability to excel at what calls to them. Fionnguala is also the name of one of the four children of Lir who, according to Irish legend, were transformed into swans for a period of 900 years.