Faye: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced FAY · 1 syllable
* (surname): Borrowed from French Faye or other languages.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- FAY
- US rank (2025)
- #514
- US babies a year
- about 602 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1900
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Faye?
Faye was the #514 name in the US in 2025, given to 579 babies. It’s rising: up 119% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1900.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #514 |
| England & Wales | #302 |
| Scotland | #241 |
| Northern Ireland | #76 |
| Ireland | #84 |
| Canada | #582 |
| Australia | #288 |
How old are people named Faye?
Half of US adults named Faye are older than 72; most are between 32 and 90. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Faye
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Faye
How do you pronounce Faye?
Faye is pronounced FAY.
How popular is the name Faye?
Faye was the #514 name in the US in 2025, given to 579 babies. It’s rising: up 119% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1900.
How old are people named Faye?
Half of US adults named Faye are older than 72. Most are between 32 and 90.