NAME PROFILE
Faye
Faye is a name of English and French origin meaning 'fairy' or 'elf.' It carries an ethereal and whimsical quality, suggesting a person who is imaginative and spirited, often bringing joy and a touch of magic to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 72,660 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1943 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | Yes |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 22%IL — 20%TX — 19%OH — 18%
Notable People
Faye Dunaway (Actress, *Bonnie and Clyde*) · Faye Wong (Singer, actress) · Faye Resnick (Television personality, interior designer) · Faye Kellerman (Author, *Decker/Lazarus* series) · Faye Beddoe (Artist)
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