FIONA

Pronunciation: The name Fiona is commonly pronounced as “fee-OH-nuh”.
Popularity: Moderately popular in English-speaking countries, especially in Scotland and Ireland.
Historical Figures:

• Fiona Macleod (1857-1905) – The pseudonym of Scottish writer William Sharp, known for his works that explored Celtic mysticism.

Famous People:

• Fiona Shaw (born 1958) – An Irish actress renowned for her performances in theatre, film, and television, including the “Harry Potter” series.
• Fiona Apple (born 1977) – An American singer-songwriter and pianist known for her emotionally intense music.

Fictional Characters:

• Princess Fiona – A central character from the “Shrek” film series, known for her transformation from a princess into an ogre.
• Fiona Glenanne – A character in the television series “Burn Notice“, played by Gabrielle Anwar.

Associated Color: Pale Green
Nicknames and Diminutives: Fi, Fifi
Variations and Alternates: Fionna, Fion, Ffion