Fay
girl name#3780 in 2025Fay entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #202 in 1907, ranks #3780 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3780
rank today
#202
peak (1907)
39
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #331 |
| 1890s | #253 |
| 1900s | #220 |
| 1910s | #228 |
| 1920s | #260 |
| 1930s | #258 |
| 1940s | #355 |
| 1950s | #515 |
| 1960s | #824 |
| 1970s | #1847 |
| 1980s | #2971 |
| 1990s | #5731 |
| 2000s | #5574 |
| 2010s | #4674 |
| 2020s | #3830 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Fay has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Fay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Fay 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 Fay in 2025?
- Fay ranks #3780 among US girl names in 2025, with 39 babies given the name.
- When was the name Fay most popular?
- Fay peaked in 1907, reaching #202 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Fay with classmates?
- Fay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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