What does Ffion mean?

Ffion is a Welsh name meaning 'foxglove', a tall wildflower common in the Welsh countryside.

How do you pronounce Ffion?

It is pronounced 'FEE-on'. The Welsh 'Ff' makes a standard English 'f' sound.

Is Ffion a boy or girl name?

Ffion is traditionally and almost exclusively used as a feminine name in Wales.

Is Ffion the same as Fiona?

While they sound similar, Ffion is a Welsh name meaning foxglove, whereas Fiona is of Scottish Gaelic origin meaning 'fair' or 'white'.

Name meaning & originFfion

/FEE-on/

WelshGirl

Make a name keepsake

Ffion is a Welsh girl's name pronounced /FEE-on/. A popular and delicate name derived from the Welsh word for foxglove flowers.

Share this name

WhatsApp Pinterest

Meaning of Ffion

A popular and delicate name derived from the Welsh word for foxglove flowers.

The name Ffion is derived from the Welsh word 'ffion', which refers to the digitalis or foxglove flower. While traditionally linked to the botanical term, it has also been associated with the Old Irish 'fíon', meaning wine, though its floral etymology remains the primary Welsh interpretation.

Origin: Welsh
Pronunciation: /FEE-on/

Cultural background

Ffion is a consistently popular choice for girls in Wales and remains a staple of Welsh-speaking communities. It is often chosen to reflect a connection to the natural landscape and Welsh heritage.

Variations & nicknames

Ffi
Ffioni
Ffionn
Fiona

Famous people named Ffion

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Ffion Hague
Welsh broadcaster, author, and wife of former UK Foreign Secretary William Hague.
Politics and Literature · 1990s-present
Ffion Morgan
Professional footballer who plays for Bristol City and the Wales national team.
Sport · 2010s-present
Ffion Dafis
Welsh actress and presenter known for her work on S4C and BBC Radio Cymru.
Film and Broadcasting · 1990s-present
Ffion Lewis
Welsh international rugby union player.
Sport · 2010s-present

Frequently asked about Ffion

What does Ffion mean?: Ffion is a Welsh name meaning 'foxglove', a tall wildflower common in the Welsh countryside.
How do you pronounce Ffion?: It is pronounced 'FEE-on'. The Welsh 'Ff' makes a standard English 'f' sound.
Is Ffion a boy or girl name?: Ffion is traditionally and almost exclusively used as a feminine name in Wales.
Is Ffion the same as Fiona?: While they sound similar, Ffion is a Welsh name meaning foxglove, whereas Fiona is of Scottish Gaelic origin meaning 'fair' or 'white'.

Love Ffion? Get more names like it

We'll email you 5 fresh Welsh names each week — free, no spam.

By signing up you agree to get these name emails. We use your email only for them; unsubscribe any time from privacy requests. See our privacy policy. 18+ only.

Compare Ffion with…

Side-by-side meaning, sound and popularity.

More Welsh names

See all Welsh names

Find more names like Ffion