How popular is the name Fay in 2025?

Fay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Fay most popular?

Fay peaked in 1893, reaching #292 among US boy names.

Fay will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Fay entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #292 in 1893, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#292

peak (1893)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Fay are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Fay alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Fay in 2025?: Fay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Fay most popular?: Fay peaked in 1893, reaching #292 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Fay with classmates?: Fay will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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