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Female Name

Faye

ˈfeɪ
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

American Horror Story characters
Attack on Titan characters
black history
Cowboy Bebop characters
Euphoria characters
fairies
Fire Emblem characters
Frasier characters
healthcare
isograms
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
80/100
classic100%
upper class80%
natural100%
wholesome120%
delicate65%
refined120%
strange80%
simple120%

Meaning & Etymology

Faye is a variant of the name Fay, which originates from the Middle English word 'faie', meaning 'fairy'. The name is often associated with enchantment and mystique, reflecting its fairy-like connotations. It has been used as both a given name and a surname, and its usage spans various cultures and languages.

Etymology

Original Form:

faie

Evolution:

From Middle English 'faie' to modern English 'Fay' and its variant 'Faye'.

Source:

Middle English

Related Names

Fae

Variants

Fay

Variants

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