Finbarr

Irish

"fair-haired"

Finbarr Origin and Meaning

The name Finbarr is a boy's name.

Finbarr is a traditional Irish masculine name with deep historical and religious roots. It derives from the Gaelic "Fionnbharr," combining "fionn" (fair, white) and "barr" (head, top), meaning "fair-haired" or "fair-headed." The name is strongly associated with St. Finbarr (also spelled Finnbarr or Barra), a 6th-century Irish bishop who founded a monastery that later developed into the city of Cork. His legacy made the name particularly popular in Cork and throughout southern Ireland. While uncommon outside Ireland, Finbarr maintains cultural significance among those with Irish heritage. The name connects its bearers to Irish traditions, Celtic language, and a celebrated saint, offering both historical depth and distinctive character.

Famous People Named Finbarr

• Saint Finbarr of Cork Irish bishop
• Finbarr Clancy Irish singer of The Clancy Brothers
• Finbarr Dwyer Irish accordionist
• Finbarr O'Reilly Canadian photographer
• Finbarr Cullen Irish Gaelic footballer

The name Finbarr in Pop Culture

• Professor Finbarr Calamitous villain on animated series "Jimmy Neutron"
• Finbarr Galedeep otter character in the Redwall series by Brian Jacques
• Finbarr Saunders (and his double entendres) character in British comic The Viz