Female Name
Fae
ˈfeɪ
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
authors
currently out of the US top 1000
educators
fairies
Fire Emblem characters
Flight Rising characters
isograms
one syllable
variants
writers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
78/100
classic80%
youthful100%
natural120%
wholesome80%
delicate80%
refined140%
strange100%
simple120%
Meaning & Etymology
Fae is a variant of the name Fay, which is derived from the Middle English word 'faie', meaning 'fairy'. The name is often associated with mythical and magical connotations, reflecting its roots in folklore and legend. It is commonly used as a given name and has seen various adaptations and spellings over time.
Etymology
Original Form:
Fay
Evolution:
The name Fay evolved from the Middle English 'faie', which itself originates from the Old French 'fae', meaning 'fairy'. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation have varied, leading to forms like Fa...
Source:
Etymology dictionaries and historical linguistics research.