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Faith

fayth

Letters5
Syllables1
OriginEnglish

The Story of Faith

In a world that shifts like sand, this name has stood for millennia, a quiet anchor of trust and conviction for your child.

Faith, an English virtue name, derives directly from the word for belief, trust, and conviction. It emerged as a given name in Christian communities, emphasizing spiritual hope and unwavering confidence in the divine. Its use as a personal name grew through the Puritan era in England and America, chosen to signify piety and a deep commitment to religious principles.

When you consider the weight of the world on your tiny child's shoulders, the name Faith feels like a promise you make to her. It’s the quiet confidence you’ll feel when you whisper it, the steadiness you hope she’ll carry. Writing 'Faith' on her first onesie is like tucking a small piece of unbreakable hope into her spirit, a reminder of her inner strength.

What It Means

Faith is an English name derived from the English word for belief or trust. It embodies hope and conviction.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Faith Hill

    American country pop singer

  • Faith Ford

    American actress known for 'Murphy Brown'

Personality Traits

OptimisticLoyalSpiritualKind

Peak Year

#5,612 in 2003

Total Births

146,868

First Recorded

1880

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