Fae
girl name#3780 in 2025Fae entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #681 in 1897, ranks #3780 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
#3780
rank today
#681
peak (1897)
39
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1147 |
| 1890s | #973 |
| 1900s | #887 |
| 1910s | #838 |
| 1920s | #1005 |
| 1930s | #1343 |
| 1940s | #2062 |
| 1950s | #2991 |
| 1960s | #4882 |
| 1970s | #7691 |
| 1980s | #10471 |
| 1990s | #13724 |
| 2000s | #14033 |
| 2010s | #6206 |
| 2020s | #3747 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Fae has been most popular in CA, TX, CO.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Fae are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Fae alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Fae in 2025?
- Fae ranks #3780 among US girl names in 2025, with 39 babies given the name.
- When was the name Fae most popular?
- Fae peaked in 1897, reaching #681 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Fae with classmates?
- Fae will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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