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[Opinions] Fianna
I'm about 65% Irish, and around 3-15% Scottish and Welsh. I like the name Fianna pronounced the Irish way Fee-AHNAH. I have a lot of family in western Europe and my husband is from Russia and they can pronounce it over there. Do you like it? My g-grandmas surname is Davin and I was wondering if you like Fianna Davin or Fianna Davina. I like the meaning warrior and pirate. Do you think Davin just sounds ugly though?
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My gr grandfather was half Irish, half Welsh; I tend to be drawn to Celtic names. :)Hadn't heard of Fianna, or of the Irish political association. I think Fianna is pretty, though I love the sound of Fiona so prefer that. I think handing down family surnames is nice, particularly those of female ancestors. In combination with Fianna, I do think Davina sounds better than does Davin, though the repeated "-a" ending wouldn't usually be my preference.
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Adore Fionnuala like Moirrey!, pronunciation is difficult for non-Irish in my experience, but still usable with correction. I have heard of the Fianna Fáil as well, but not sure that takes the name off the list. I considered Adilet or Adilette, which is a big political group in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Granted Fianna Fail is a bit more recognizable. I like Davina too. I think Fianna Davina is unique and pretty, though the repeated endings bother me a bit.
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The conservative party in Ireland is called Fianna Fáil which is my only association with the name. I probably wouldn't use the name because I think most people familiar with it would assume it was some sort of political statement (I'm Canadian for reference.) Do Fiona or Fionnuala appeal?
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