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Fay vs Gray

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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Gray

Girl #5,235 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired, dignified"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,235
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fay Rank #3,384
Gray Rank #5,235

Fay is more popular, ranked #3384 vs #5235 for Gray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fay or Gray more popular?

Fay is more popular, ranked #3384 compared to Gray at #5235 in the United States.

What do Fay and Gray mean?

Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin). Gray means "gray-haired, dignified" (Old English origin).

Are Fay and Gray boy or girl names?

Fay is primarily a girl name. Gray is primarily a girl name.

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