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Fannie vs Faye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Faye

Girl #539 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fairy, enchantment"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#539
Total SSA Count
559
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fannie Rank #33,389
Faye Rank #539

Faye is more popular, ranked #539 vs #33389 for Fannie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fannie or Faye more popular?

Faye is more popular, ranked #539 compared to Fannie at #33389 in the United States.

What do Fannie and Faye mean?

Faye means "fairy, enchantment" (Old French origin).

Are Fannie and Faye boy or girl names?

Fannie is primarily a boy name. Faye is primarily a girl name.

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