Fay
fay
Popularity
#3403
Letters
3
Syllables
1
Origin
French
Total Births
36,137
Peak Year
#842 in 1915
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Fay means 'fairy' or 'confidence.' It originates from Middle English, derived from Old French.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Fay Wray
Actress known for 'King Kong' (1933).
Fay Weldon
English author, known for feminist novels.
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