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Fay vs Fayetta

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fay

Girl #3,384 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fairy, magical being"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,384
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Fayetta

Girl #24,113 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little fairy, enchanted"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24,113
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fay Rank #3,384
Fayetta Rank #24,113

Fay is more popular, ranked #3384 vs #24113 for Fayetta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fay or Fayetta more popular?

Fay is more popular, ranked #3384 compared to Fayetta at #24113 in the United States.

What do Fay and Fayetta mean?

Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin). Fayetta means "little fairy, enchanted" (Old French origin).

Are Fay and Fayetta boy or girl names?

Fay is primarily a girl name. Fayetta is primarily a girl name.

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