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Faith

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Trust and Confidence"

Faith is a virtue name denoting religious or personal trust, widely used in English-speaking contexts.

Themes:beliefvirtuetrustreligion
ClassicTraditionalTimeless

Fact-checked by Dr. Elena Vasquez

Ph.D. Medieval History, StanfordPublished Academic ResearcherHistory Professor (Adjunct) • Historical Names Consultant

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Faith

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#249Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#249

Faith was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-10

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Faith Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Faith.

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faithie
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faithy
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faitho
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fait
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fa
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faiy
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aith
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ithy
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Baby Name Lists That Include Faith

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Faith, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Faith mean?
Faith means "Trust and Confidence". Faith is a virtue name denoting religious or personal trust, widely used in English-speaking contexts.
What is the origin of Faith?
Faith is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Faith?
According to the latest SSA data, Faith is currently ranked #249 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Faith a girl name?
Faith is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Faith?
Popular nicknames for Faith include Fae, faithie, faithy, faitho, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Faith?
There are many names similar to Faith in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish, Latin
Syllables1
Length5 letters
US Rank#249
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withF

Sibling Ideas

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