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Faye

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Fairy; Faith"

Associated with English fay and French-derived forms, it has a concise style and periodic popularity revivals.

Themes:shortmythicenglishvintage

Fact-checked by Marcus Chen

B.A. Anthropology, UC BerkeleyMultilingual (4 languages)Cultural Research Fellow • Senior Name Researcher

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

Popularity History of Faye

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#538Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#538

Faye was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-38

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

Faye Nicknames

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Faye mean?
Faye means "Fairy; Faith". Associated with English fay and French-derived forms, it has a concise style and periodic popularity revivals.
What is the origin of Faye?
Faye 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 Faye?
According to the latest SSA data, Faye is currently ranked #538 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 Faye a girl name?
Faye 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 Faye?
Popular nicknames for Faye include Fay, faye, fayy, fayey, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Faye?
There are many names similar to Faye in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish, French
Syllables1
Length4 letters
US Rank#538
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withF

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