Foy
girl nameFoy entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #1252 in 1912, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1902–2025
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rank today
#1252
peak (1912)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1566 |
| 1910s | #1991 |
| 1920s | #2652 |
| 1930s | #3175 |
| 1940s | #4081 |
| 1950s | #5301 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Foy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Foy alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Foy in 2025?
- Foy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Foy most popular?
- Foy peaked in 1912, reaching #1252 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Foy with classmates?
- Foy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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