Iona

Girl

Iona is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "Derived from ion, meaning violet, or from the Scottish island of Iona.". It is pronounced eye-OH-nuh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 85/100).

Greek origin · /eye-OH-nuh/ · literary

Meaning: Derived from ion, meaning violet, or from the Scottish island of Iona.

Popularity 85/1003 syllablesPeaked 1918→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Iona

What does Iona mean?

Iona means "Derived from ion, meaning violet, or from the Scottish island of Iona.". It is of Greek origin.

Is Iona a boy or girl name?

Iona is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Iona?

Iona is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 85/100. It was most popular in the 1910s.

How is Iona pronounced?

Iona is pronounced eye-OH-nuh.

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