Faye
Faye is a girls' name of English origin meaning “fairy, loyalty.” It ranked #514 in the United States in 2025. Faye derives from the Middle English 'faie' meaning fairy, connecting it to the enchanted world of folklore.
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how do you pronounce Faye?
FAY
where does the name Faye come from?
From the Middle English faie, fairy, or possibly from an Old French word meaning loyalty or belief.
It also relates to the Old French 'fei' meaning loyalty or faith. The name has a delicate, magical quality epitomized by actress Faye Dunaway. Its brevity gives it a modern minimalist appeal.
how popular is this name?
Faye has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 112 years since 1880, and fell outside it for 34. It peaked at #146 in 1934, and ranked #514 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #514 |
| 2024 | #539 |
| 2023 | #500 |
| 2022 | #564 |
| 2021 | #603 |
| 2020 | #687 |
| 2019 | #694 |
| 2018 | #700 |
| 2017 | #709 |
| 2016 | #822 |
| 1970 | #729 |
| 1960 | #337 |
| 1950 | #210 |
| 1940 | #153 |
| 1934 | #146 |
| 1930 | #177 |
| 1920 | #208 |
| 1910 | #208 |
| 1900 | #229 |
| 1890 | #329 |
| 1880 | #628 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Faye fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Faye
Faye is used as a given name in various cultures and is usually feminine in Western use.
who are famous people named Faye?
- Faye Dunaway (American actress, Bonnie and Clyde, Network)
- Faye Wong (Chinese singer-songwriter and actress)
what are the nicknames and variants of Faye?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Faye?
what names go well with Faye?
Sibling names that share Faye's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Faye
What does the name Faye mean?
Faye means “fairy, loyalty”.
What is the origin of the name Faye?
Faye comes from the English naming tradition. Related forms include Fay.
How popular is the name Faye?
Faye ranked #514 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1934, at #146, and it has spent 112 years in the top 1,000 since 1880.
Is Faye a boy or girl name?
Faye is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Faye?
Faye is pronounced FAY, with 1 syllable.
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